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As we enter the season of giving, we wrap up another year. In doing so, we are excited to bring you this issue of Las Vegas Woman magazine, where we focus on celebrating. Celebrating life, celebrating accomplishments, your failures or setbacks, your journey thus far, the steps you’ve taken forward, as well as the steps you had to take backward … we want to celebrate YOU! Within these pages, you will find articles that encourage you to embrace all the changes that life throws at you, and yet still celebrate. We tend to save celebrations for milestones, but why don’t we shift our mindset and celebrate every day? It’s a choice and celebrating usually is a happy, joyous occasion with excitement and great energy surrounding it. Why would we not want that every day? Why limit ourselves? Adopting this new mindset could change our businesses, employees, children, spouses; essentially everyone we come in contact with. It could be like a mental conga dance where everyone wants to join in for this newly discovered positivity. Photography by Shane O'Neal
The cover feature of Susi Engl is awe inspiring. Susi is a great example of rebranding yourself; going from entertainer to entrepreneur. She is proof of what can be done with hard work, dedication and grit. We also highlight several game changers who reside within our community; you will want to learn more about them in “People to Watch in 2020.” We have come a long way since the ‘50s and ‘60s stay-at-home wife or mom mentality. Today, there are so many great resources for having both a fulfilling career and family due to technology and social media. If you have contemplated starting a new career while having a family or vice versa, now is the perfect time and the article, “21st Century Super Woman” reminds us of this. While there are many demands for us women during the holiday season, don’t forget to take a little time out for yourself. We’ve shared some great reads for you to snuggle up with next to a fire, and before you start diving into the pages, fix yourself one of the festive cocktails we share or have your girlfriends over and start a book club. You are why we, at Las Vegas Woman magazine, are here. Knowing that we can help you with inspiring and helpful articles, while also celebrating you and your tribe members, is what keeps us motivated. Thank you for allowing us to lead, motivate and celebrate you … one issue at a time. Wishing you the happiest of holidays. Gratefully,
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The more you celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate. - Oprah Winfrey
How is it that we are not only ending another year, but also an entire decade? Time waits for no one, right? Before heading into the New Year, it is important to not only take a moment and reflect on where you have been, but also take time to celebrate where you are, regardless of whether or not you crushed your goals for 2019. I would bet that you are further along in at least one aspect of your life right now than you were a year ago. Maybe you were holding down multiple hustles or trying to build a business or grow your brand; hopefully the last year has brought you some sort of growth, be it personal or professional. Whether you are in your 30s and struggling to establish a career, in your 40s wondering why you gave up a career or in your 50s and completely starting over in something … let us toast to ourselves! In this issue, we bring you articles that will lead you to embrace where you are; even if the celebration is around the smaller milestones. We bring articles to motivate you for a happier holiday season, such as “All is Calm, All is Bright” and “Breaking the Chains of Codependency.” And of course, we celebrate with “Wines & Dines” and the annual Holiday Gift Guide. Finally, each year, I talk about how I choose a word to be my theme for the upcoming year. In 2019, I chose “me” in order to concentrate more on myself. And that I did. I started daily walks with my new puppy and found myself putting myself and my well-being first, for once. I found plenty of time to have raw, open and honest conversations with myself. I fought with myself, agreed with myself and asked the universe for impossible things, or so they seemed at the time. While my word for 2020 has not yet been established, I can tell you this: I am continuing where I left off. I may not be where I want to be, but I am on the right path. This year was full of new experiences, which would not have happened if I did not take that time each day to focus on myself. Give yourself grace, embrace where you are and cheers … let’s celebrate.
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CONTENTS FEATURES 50 Cover Story Susi Engl: From Entertainer to Entrepreneur
33 62 People to Watch in 2020 Erika Kimble Virginia Toalepai Teri Haennelt Meg Payne Jennifer Bradley Gigi Roundtree
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Leading 22 Twenty-first Century Super Woman 28 United Way: Women United 37 The Little Things Matter
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55 Alexis Hilts, UNLV School of Medicine 69 Local Leaders 76 The No. 1 Way Brands Fail
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Motivating 19 Nutrigenomics & Nutrigenetics 26 All is Calm, All is Bright … 40 The Goodness Experience, Part 4
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48 Breaking the Chains of Codependency 56 Go Where You Are Welcome 58 Top Tips for Improving Curb Appeal and Staging Your home
Celebrating 14 Calendar of Events 21 Emerald at Queensridge: Excellence in Celebration 30 Cocktails, Wines and Dines
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39 Chasing Joy 43 Eccoci Winter Fashion 44 Holiday Gift Guide 52 Your Finest Moment 71 Jaguar Land Rover Las Vegas: Your Winter Drive in AWD
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72 In the City 78 Winter Reads
On The Cover MODEL: Susi Engl PHOTOGRAPHY: Teri Lynn H Photography @terilynnhphotography CLOTHING: Provided by Eccoci
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HAIR AND MAKEUP: Makeup in the 702 @makeupinthe702 Meg Payne @megmakeupinthe702 Estefania @stefimakeupinthe702 Jeanette @jeanettemakeupinthe702
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CALENDAR of events
BUSINESS
& NETWORKING EVENTS
FIRST MONDAY OF THE MONTH
Philantrepreneur Peer Circle 7:30 to 9 a.m.
Build a tribe, share your successes and failures, find collaborations or develop a partnership. All of these are possible as a member of the Peer Circle. meetup.com/philantrepreneur-peer-circle
THIRD MONDAY OF THE MONTH
7:30 to 9 a.m.
Mingle with other professionals in this open networking group that meets in the northwest part of town. Everyone will have the chance to introduce themselves and their business. Following introductions, the featured speakers will share more about their professions. networkinthenorth.eventbrite.com
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TUESDAYS
Boss Building Chicks Mastermind 6 p.m.
Market your business, discuss personal and professional growth and development, set goals, and find accountability partners within the group. facebook.com/lyfeeventslasvegas
THURSDAY, NOV. 21
The 2019 National Conversation on Board Diversity 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Learn how to secure a corporate board seat or network with those who are. Enjoy presentations from corporate CEOs and roundtables from corporate directors and coaches. 2020wob.com/learn
TUESDAY, DEC. 3
Master Your Business 7:30 to 9 a.m.
For those looking to start or grow a business, this is the roadmap to mastering all the must-dos. Registration required, cost is $10. lvchamber.com or 702.586.3851
TUESDAY, DEC. 3 AND 17
Chamber Voices Toastmasters 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
Improve your communication skills in both your personal and professional life with Chamber Voices, open exclusively to Metro Chamber members. lvchamber.com or 702.641.5822
MONDAY, DEC. 16
NetworkNite Business Professionals 7 to 9 p.m.
A structured opportunity to meet accomplished professionals face-to-face, one business professional at a time to expand your business, social or enterprise contacts. networknite.com
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 8 TO FRIDAY, JAN. 10
TUESDAY, JAN. 28
NAWBO Business Lunch Series with Stacey O’Byrne 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Visit nawbo.org/southern-nevada for upcoming details and to register.
Community SPECIAL EVENTS: LV CRAFT SHOWS
SUNDAY, NOV. 17
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Santa Fe Station Centennial Ballroom
FRIDAY TO SUNDAY, NOV. 22 TO 24
Leadership Training for Results: Unleash Talent in Others
Fri. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sun. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Arts, Crafts, & Gift Festival Texas Station - Conference Center
THURSDAY, JAN. 9
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Veil Pavilion at Silverton Hotel and Casino
For managers to improve upon their management skills and to engage, retain, and achieve results through their employees. dalecarnegie.com
Building Relationships Through Networking 5 to 6 p.m.
Learn the skills you need to build business relationships along with strategies for developing and nurturing relationships and ways to leverage your contacts to gain contracts. nawbo.org/southern-nevada
MONDAY, JAN. 13
NAWBO Propelling Women Workshop 8:30 to 10 a.m.
Set up your vision for 2020 at this vision board workshop with entrepreneur, business performance expert, professional speaker, philanthropist and Las Vegas Woman magazine contributing writer Galit Ventura-Rozen. nawbo.org/southern-nevada
SUNDAY, DEC. 1
SUNDAY, DEC. 8
9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Emerald at Queensridge
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, FEB. 8 TO 9
Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sun. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Santa Fe Station Centennial Ballroom lvcraftshows.com
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CALENDAR of events
Community
EVENTS
Las Vegas, Nevada, USA - December, 03, 2011:Annual Great Santa Run at Town Square, Las Vegas. View of the many Santas taking part of the race.
SATURDAY, NOV. 16
Adopt-A-Reindeer 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Enjoy food, games, face painting, music, photos with Santa and more! Twelve local artists paint life-size ceramic reindeer at the main stage, which will be placed around Tivoli Village through the end of January. Each reindeer will be adopted out to the highest bidder and each contribution will benefit a different charity. Family and pet friendly. tivolivillagelv.com/calendar
SUNDAY, NOV. 17
Las Vegas Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon 4:30 to 10:30 p.m.
The 2019 Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K takes runners on an evening run along The Strip. The event benefits the ALS Association Nevada Chapter. web.alsa.org/2019LasVegas
THURSDAY, NOV. 21
Anti-defamation League’s Imagine a World Without Hate Gala 5:30 to 9 p.m.
Unmask hate with Christian Picciolini and stand beside honorees Don Ross and Punam Mathur to create an evening for the community to come together as one to embrace differences and stand up against hate. lasvegas.adl.org
SATURDAY, NOV. 23
26th Annual Profiles of Courage Gala and Auction 5 to 9 p.m.
Join Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation’s largest fundraiser to raise funds to support over 40 programs and services for children fighting cancer and other life-threatening illnesses, as well as for adults diagnosed with cancer. nvccf.org/events
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SATURDAY, NOV. 23
Veterans Village 3rd Annual 5K Run/Walk 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
This event raises money to help continue serving local veterans. Tickets available for raffle prizes; registration required. raceroster.com
SUNDAY, NOV. 24
Speedway Children’s Charities Las Vegas Chapter Pajama 5K and 1-mile Walk 3 to 6 p.m.
Run, jog or walk in your pajamas through the Glittering Lights display at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway to benefit Speedway Children’s Charities Las Vegas Chapter. Registration required. speedwaycharities.org
NOVEMBER 29TH - JANUARY 4TH
The Magical Forest at Opportunity Village
The Magical Forest is a winter wonderland filled with sparkling lights, nightly entertainment, great food and endless holiday cheer. Catch the Illumination Experience lighting spectacular that runs every 30 minutes. opportunityvillage.org
SATURDAY, NOV. 30
Shop Small Henderson 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Enjoy visiting and supporting the small shops and eateries throughout historical Water Street and the Water Street District. Local business owners and crafters will have their goods on display and ready for purchase. Free kids area with Santa, bounce house, face painting, crafts and food trucks.
SELECT WEEKENDS IN DECEMBER
Springs Preserve Holiday Express
Climb aboard the Springs Preserve’s Holiday Express and be whisked away on a magical train ride to Santa's village. Your very merry adventure includes personal time with Santa, holiday crafts, storytelling, cookie decorating, a nutcracker display, "snow" (yes, snow!) and more. springspreserve.org
SUNDAY, DEC. 1
Winter AWARENESS DAYS
A December to Remember 6 to 10 p.m.
The Guild presents “A December to Remember” event featuring a silent auction, dinner and entertainment. Tickets required. lvphil.org
TUESDAY, DEC. 3
Savvy Seniors Scam Prevention Series: Top Scams of the Year and Holiday Credit Card Fraud 11:00 a.m. to Noon
This helpful workshop is designed to protect you and your loved ones from falling victim to scams. Free admission and open to the public. Seniors and caregivers are especially encouraged to attend. For more information, email okabayashij@lvccld.org.
THURSDAY, DEC. 5
Little Black Dress and Tie Event Las Vegas Fashion Council 6 to 8 p.m.
NOVEMBER World Kindness Week (Nov. 10 to 16) American Diabetes Month
Enjoy fashions by local designers and established brands, as well as a student design competition. There will be entertainment, food and beverage, silent auction and a not-to-be-missed holiday shopping opportunity with proceeds to benefit the LVFC scholarship fund. lasvegasfashioncouncil.com
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Awareness Month
SATURDAY, DEC. 7
National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month
Vegas Holiday Pet Expo 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Everything holiday meets everything pet. Enjoy exhibitors, giveaways, pet adoptions, free nail trims, explore the latest and greatest pet products and more. Come for the expo and stay for the Glittering Lights. vegasholidaypetexpo.com
SATURDAY, DEC. 7
Las Vegas Great Santa Run - 15th Anniversary 8 to 11 a.m.
Join thousands of runners and walkers dressed as Santa while benefiting clients of Opportunity Village. Registration includes a five-piece Santa suit, a finishers medal, a swag bag and the opportunity to experience an amazing event. lvsantarun.com
SATURDAY, JAN. 11
Make-A-Wish Southern Nevada Volunteer Orientation 10 to 11:30 a.m.
This 90-minute introduction to Make-A-Wish Southern Nevada acquaints potential volunteers with the organization and provides insight into volunteer opportunities. Interested volunteers must attend a Volunteer Orientation before serving the organization. snv.wish.org/volunteer
SUNDAY, JAN. 12
Rhythm of Hope 2 to 5 p.m.
Enjoy an afternoon of music, hope and healing. Rhythm of Hope is a live music concert featuring Clint Holmes, Reckless in Vegas and many more talents to benefit St. Jude’s Ranch for Children. stjudesranch.org
Diabetic Eye Disease Month Lung Cancer Awareness Month National Epilepsy Awareness Month National Family Caregivers Month National Stomach Cancer Awareness Month Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month Prematurity Awareness Month Great American Smokeout (Nov. 21)
DECEMBER World AIDS Day (Dec. 1) National Drunk and Drugged Driving (3D) Prevention Month
JANUARY Cervical Health Awareness Month National Birth Defects Prevention Month National Glaucoma Awareness Month National Stalking Awareness Month National Winter Sports Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Awareness Month Thyroid Awareness Month
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Nutrigenomics
& NUTRIGENETICS How Genetics and Diet Play a Role i n Yo u r E v e r y d a y L i v i n g By Executive Chef Oscar Sanchez and Nutritionist Jane Villela
Nutrigenomics research, the study of the effects of how genetic variations affect one’s nutrition, takes a general look at how many nutrients or calories an average person should consume and how certain supplements can affect them. This explains why certain people are comfortable eating a high-fat diet and have no issues with cholesterol levels. In some, it is different because they must watch what they eat; if they don’t, their health might take a hit. It is recommended that people find the nutrients that can work for them most effectively. This will help determine the nutrients required specifically by their bodies to determine what works for each genetic type. If researched thoroughly, it has the potential to help treat and prevent diseases through nutrition, if the research determines that genetics affect nutrition. Nutrigenomics has the potential not only to cure diseases, but also prevent them through nutrition. When this is discovered as a solution, there will no longer be diet recommendations where people of different shapes and sizes are given a onesize-fits-all solution. It is a work in progress, and many things are being put into perspective about the study of genes and nutrition. Nutrigenetics looks at the relationship between diet and genetics, and how the health of an individual is affected. It is the foundation of personalized nutrition that is made to fit the person’s vitamin and calorie intake. People respond differently to specific diets, and patients with chronic diseases are genotyped and given ways and strategies on how to reduce their risks and become healthier based on their genes and diet.
It is known through research that our genetic composition influences the outcome of our health in response to the environment and our lifestyle. Personalized nutrition is a new way to keep our health in check. Nutrigenomics and nutrigenetics are exploring the interaction between individual genes and the nutrients they need to sustain the body functions. If an individual wants to eat healthily, work out and be fit, the person should know about the nutrients and how they help their body achieve optimal health. There is genetic analysis being done to find out what foods affect you differently and why some flavors cause you to become allergic or taste differently. If a person wishes to live a healthy lifestyle, then genetic information will help them on their journey of a disease-free life. This is because their genetic information highlights how they gain weight and what foods heighten their desire to eat more. It gives an overview of the foods not to be eaten and what will help them lose weight. What is right for one person does not necessarily mean that it is good for another. Genetics on its own does not determine your health and well-being, but it helps determine your diet and nutrient intake. A nutrition specialist can help with dietary needs by educating you on whether certain diets will work for you or not. They test your genes and draw up a conclusion on your food intake and how it has affected your daily routine. They also give you advice based on your diet chart and how you should take better care of yourself to escape chronic diseases. Winter 2019 ◦ lvwomanmagazine.com
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Emerald AT QUEENSRIDGE Excellence in Celebration Emerald at Queensridge is one of Las Vegas’ premier wedding venues, located in the Summerlin area. Offering a non-gaming, offthe-Strip venue, Emerald at Queensridge is neither a hotel nor a private country club. This exquisite, single-event facility specializes in weddings and receptions, while also an ideal location for birthday bashes, luncheons, awards banquets, bar and bat mitzvahs, quinceaneras and now corporate receptions, seminars and holiday parties. The knowledgeable and experienced staff at Emerald at Queensridge will work with you from the idea conception to event completion and take care of all your details; all you need to do is show up and enjoy. Hosting an event at Emerald at Queensridge allows you to design your dream affair, starting with a blank canvas. They will work with you on what to expect, starting with the planning process, and customize event plans to fit your style and budget. The high-ceilinged, 5,600 square-foot event space can transform into many configurations to suit your event needs. The stunning courtyard is the perfect setting for an outdoor breakfast, lunch or cocktail reception for up to 785, with spectacular golf course and mountain views.
With Emerald at Queensridge, you will be able to one-stop shop for everything from tables and linens to surround sound. At Emerald at Queensridge, they feature all audio and visual needs in-house, from projectors to microphones to spotlights, photographers and DJs, saving clients from needing to rent additional items from other vendors. The renowned Executive Chef Boupha and the on-site kitchen staff take great pride in designing menus showcasing their diverse talents in their state-of-the-art kitchen. Chef Boupha works with clients to create the ultimate culinary experience, satisfying any type of ethnic cuisine or dietary needs. Whether it is passed hors d’oeuvres for a formal awards dinner for up to 350, or a more intimate affair, your guests will enjoy fresh and flavorful meals. Professional service, a friendly staff, exceptional cuisine and the personalized attention of their qualified event specialists are the standards that set Emerald at Queensridge apart. Call for an appointment to discuss your upcoming holiday party or next corporate outing. For more information, please visit emeraldatqueensridge.com.
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21st Century
SUPER WOMAN L o v e t h e S p a c e Yo u A r e i n By Roselyn Poon
Right now, you are a very fortunate woman; you live in the 21st century. Gone are the days when the only women who ran companies, competed in professional sports, travelled the world for business, sat on the board of global and local charities, studied for doctorates and initiated world class inventions were single, career-focused women. Women who had no husband, children or pets, but made great aunties. I should know, because I am one of them. That was last century and, with the 21st century, we have a new world where technology and social change has blown open the box and even cracked the glass ceiling. We no longer have the great divide between the professional woman and the homemaker. Thanks to technology and social media, every woman has an opportunity to have a career and a family on her terms. You can be a “Super Woman” of your own making. Using her own computer at home, our super woman can start and run her own business, attend university, research and support charities, socialize with other like-minded women, home-school her children, attend a rock concert, create her own events, sell her artwork and cookies, locate investors for her ideas, and even find a husband. The list of what she can do from her home is endless. Prior to the 21st century, life for women who, for whatever reasons, stayed at home lived an isolated and lonely existence. I imagine that they would have felt a little left out and out of touch with the world beyond their front door. It was difficult for them to meet like-
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minded people and find people who might be able to help with fleshing out their ideas. There was no Google or YouTube. People had to go to the local library and seek out community groups. Even with these issues, women still tried to get lift off, but it was extremely difficult. The 21st century super woman has everything at her fingertips. Today, we have online universities, venture capital companies created by women for women, entire directories of home employment specifically for women. Hundreds of websites, blogs, groups, Facebook pages created by women in order to provide support and help for other women. Talk about a global movement. You can research and ask as many questions about whatever interests you in the comfort of your home and with anonymity. You do not have to worry about looking silly or uneducated. You have no excuse for not loving the life you have right now. Just in case you need a little more encouragement to feel great about the space you are in, look at these statistics from the 2018 Guidant Financial Group survey of 2,700 women. Ø Four of every 10 U.S. businesses are owned by women Ø Female-led businesses have grown a spectacular 58% from 2007 to 2018 Ø Businesses owned by women generate $3.1 trillion in revenue Pew Research recently found that more women are staying home with their kids now than in recent history: 29% of mothers now stay home with children, a
sharp increase from 23% in 1999. This is by choice because they can stay connected with the outside world. It is a great time to be where you are; whether you want to be a captain of industry looking at the world from your glass walled corner office on Wall Street, or the next world applauded glass artisan, or the winner of the Mother of the Year Award, or the CEO of your consulting business based in your spare room at home. All of us have access to an infinite source of information, help, support, ideas, training, like-minded groups and inspiration. Take advantage of what is in front of you - it just takes time and your willingness to have a go. This is your time to shine. No one is stopping you. Las Vegas is a small community by national standards; however, we are a wonderful melting pot of people from all over the world. Spices add flavor to our food and as such our multicultural neighbors and visitors add flavor and excitement to our community. I mention this because I believe it is the combination of our multicultural community along with technology that has allowed us to be so incredibly global. Women find it natural to speak to other women, and therefore, we have so many female entrepreneurs in Las Vegas who have truly exciting ideas and projects. I migrated from Australia to Las Vegas over a decade ago and I am proud to say that I have met more amazing, innovative, hardworking and heartfelt women here than anywhere else in the world.
Take advantage of what is in front of you - it just takes time and your willingness to have a go. This is your time to shine. No one is stopping you.
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ALL IS CALM, ALL IS BRIGHT... (AND HARD AND SCARY AND CONFUSING AND DEFEATING)
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How to Get Through the Holidays with Your Self-esteem Intact By Jennifer Battisti
The forthcoming holidays can bring up several emotions: joy, happiness, nostalgia, and also, grief, loneliness and downright panic. Marketing campaigns typically feed us images of the warm and fuzzy holiday ideas—family, savory winter feasts, a fireplace depicting connection and relaxation, and yet … I don’t know about you, but I’ve been having a very different experience than the ones fashioned for the consumer in us. Last year was my first Christmas as a divorced single mother. When I attempted to erect the three-section, eight-foot artificial tree that I acquired in the divorce, I could not attach the A portion to the B portion without help. This was a two person job. A job I imagined I would have had help with, in sickness and health. I am not a quitter, so I kept trying, determined. I wrestled with the fake tree for a good hour, muscling all of the independent feminist grit I could muster. But it was pointless. I was alone and the holidays were salt in my wounds. The festive act of unpacking the holiday decorations and not being capable of building the basic foundation for all of the “joy” to spring forth from had unearthed my grief, as tangled and frustrating as the Christmas lights. I lay on the ground and had a full-on tinsel-throwing meltdown. I called my best friend in tears. I explained how I could not greet this season in any jolly manner. I could not be merry, because the holidays were already making me feel like a failure. The holidays can feel isolating, financially and emotionally overwhelming, and contradictory to your personal or family value system. Am I the only one on December 24th bewildered in a Target parking lot strategically hunting for a parking space, wondering how I signed up for this? Am I the only one who sees that all is not calm and bright as the days get crossed off the calendar? Don’t get me wrong, there is a lot I love about the holiday season. It is an opportunity to gather with the ones you love, be of service to others, make memories together, but I wonder though … can we get real? About the unrealistic expectations, the demands, the way the holiday season can make us feel excluded? Can we decide our own traditions and set healthy boundaries about our abilities? Can we acknowledge the impossible red-nosed reindeer in the room? A simple setting aside for pre-season reflection can work miracles in staying grounded. Ask yourself if your holiday philosophy is in alignment with your life and beliefs. Perhaps it is changing or evolving. Maybe your kids are grown; what this season might mean is more down time to relax or travel. Maybe you are without family and this season means volunteering at a local charity. Maybe you value experiences over material and this season means hiking with others in our beautiful Mojave Desert. I have to spilt the holidays with my ex-husband, and so the holidays look a little different than they used to. I can use my solo time to see friends, or recharge with yoga and meditation. But it is all winning and it is all going to be okay. This bears repeating: It is all going to be okay! Write down what makes you happy during the holidays and do more of that, cut out the stuff that brings you anxiety. Discuss it with your family: what rituals are important to your family? Lastly, be sure to let your realness illuminate. Our imperfect, messy, enormous, striving hearts need to be seen and shown to others; in the shopping malls, Costco, the airport. Deck the halls with your humanness. It is okay to say “mistle-whoa” to folks who ask you to participate in activities that do not feed your holiday soul. It is okay to need more solitude during the holidays because you are absorbing the frenzy swirling in the atmosphere. Mail out a Christmas card with your real life on it; social media post about your normal, frenzied, and sometimes scared and tired selves. You are extending an invitation for others to show up as themselves as well. Now that is the kind of holiday party I would like to attend. Winter 2019 ◦ lvwomanmagazine.com
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Women
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I n t r o d u c i n g U n i t e d Wa y ’s N e w Philanthropic Group for Women What is sisterhood, and what does it mean for Southern Nevada? It means women coming together, using their collective power to make a difference and build a better community. It means women uniting to lift up Southern Nevada and lift each other up. To us, sisterhood has a name: Women United. “A lot of women who are starting out in their careers or may be retiring from the workforce don’t necessarily see themselves as leaders, so we are changing our Women’s Leadership Council name,” shared Lori Algieri, Director of Major Gifts at United Way of Southern Nevada (UWSN). “We’re excited to share that we are now Women United, and we invite every woman in Southern Nevada to join us and make a difference as a member.” Women United (WU) has been Southern Nevada’s premier philanthropic group for women since its creation. Members have invested $2.8 million in the community for deserving organizations like the Boys and Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada, Spread the Word Nevada and The Shade Tree. Most recently, WU collaborated with UWSN to undertake an ambitious $1 million, three-year funding commitment with seven partners working to support the community from cradle to career. Last year, members worked with UWSN to provide 1,257 early education scholarships; offer free tutoring to 2,089 students; help 519 students graduate high school; and provide job training to 478 adults. In addition to their funding, WU members have committed over 6,500 volunteer hours since the inception of the group through events like their annual Suit Drive. “This is a tangible way for women in our community to give back and donate
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not only their resources, but also their time as well,” shared Algieri. Every year, over 10,000 items of professional clothing are donated to organizations with back-to-work programs for women to help them re-enter the workforce and find success in a new job. While making an impact in the community is the main benefit of membership in Women United, members still make time for networking and engagement. Monthly events for members and their guests bring the group together for professional development opportunities, like social media training, or bonding and connection experiences like shopping events or visits to local community organizations. “We focus on building up our members, whatever form that takes,” said Algieri. “We want this group to be a way for women to connect with like-minded females to better our community and have fun together!” A favorite Women United event is the yearly Luncheon Fashion Show, planned for March 2020 at the Bellagio Las Vegas. Women from across the city spend the afternoon viewing the latest spring fashions, enjoying a delicious meal, and hearing how their investment in the community has made a difference. The Luncheon Fashion Show is a celebration of how women are leading the charge and inspiring the positive change that Southern Nevada needs. At its heart, Women United is a sisterhood of members coming together to strengthen each other and the community they call home. “We are truly uniting for the betterment of our community, which makes this change so appropriate,” said Algieri. “We are thrilled to show Southern Nevada the power of Women United.”
We want this group to be a way for women to connect with like-minded females to better our community and have fun together! Women United is Southern Nevada’s premier philanthropic group for women. We invite every woman in Southern Nevada to join us and make a difference as a member. Women United has invested $2.8 million into our community. Women United has collaborated with UWSN to undertake an ambitious $1 million, three-year funding commitment with seven partners working to support the community from cradle to career. In 2018, Women United in collaboration with UWSN provided: • 1,257 early education scholarships • Free tutoring to 2,089 students • Helped 519 students graduate high school • Provided job training to 478 adults Members have committed over 6,500 volunteer hours since the inception. Annually, over 10,000 items of professional clothing are donated to organizations with back-to-work programs for women.
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Cocktails
WINES & DINES It's the most wonderful time of the year ... full of friends, parties and fun. Whether you are hosting a gathering at your house, making reser vations to go out or looking for the perfect gift for the host, w e w i l l ke e p y o u r s p i r i t s b r i g h t w i t h t h e s e d e l i g h t f u l c o c k t a i l s , delicious wines and delectable new restaurants.
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Festive
COCKTAILS Affogato Martini 2 ounces vanilla vodka 1 ounce coffee-flavored liqueur
½ ounce creme de cocoa 1 scoop vanilla ice cream
Hot White Russian 2 ½ cups freshly brewed coffee ½ cup heavy cream ½ cup coffee-flavored liqueur
¼ cup vodka Whipped heavy cream for garnish
In a saucepan, heat the coffee, cream, coffee-flavored liqueur and vodka until hot. Divide the mixture among heated mugs and garnish each drink with whipped cream.
Blackberry Mulled Wine 1 bottle red wine 2 cinnamon sticks, plus extra for garnish 5 cloves, plus extra for garnish 2 star anise, plus extra for garnish
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Add vanilla vodka, creme de cocoa and coffee-flavored liqueur into a shaker. Drop in about 3 ice cubes. Close the shaker and shake until the liquid is chilled. Pour over ice cream.
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Warm up this winter with these festive cocktails for your holiday gatherings. Whether served with appetizers, as an after-dinner drink or dessert, mix up something delicious for your guests of all ages.
1 orange, juiced 1 cup apple cider ½ cup brandy 1 cup blackberries ½ cup maple syrup
Mix all ingredients together, bring to a low simmer for 30 minutes to one hour being careful not to boil. Serve in mugs and garnish with a cinnamon stick, clove and star anise.
Apple Cranberry Spritzer Apple juice Cranberries Cranberry juice Rosemary for garnish Lemon-line soda In a glass, mix equal parts apple juice and cranberry juice. Add a dash of lemon-lime soda. Garnish with cranberries and a sprig of rosemary.
Holiday Mule ¾ ounce cinnamon syrup ¾ ounce lime juice ½ ounce cranberry juice
Ginger beer Cranberries for garnish Rosemary for garnish
Combine the cinnamon syrup, lime juice and cranberry juice in a cocktail shaker and shake with ice. Pour into a Collins glass over ice. Top with ginger beer and garnish with fresh cranberries and rosemary sprig.
Colorado Bulldog 1 ounce coffee-flavored liqueur 1 ounce vodka
1 ounce cream Top with cola
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E AT T G O U R M E T B I S T R O B r e a k i n g Tr a d i t i o n By Howard Riell, Photography by Sabin Orr Eatt Gourmet Bistro owner and manager, Nicolas Kalpokdjian, had his sights set on uniqueness of concept and excellence of operations from before day one—not because he wanted to, but because he had to. “When we started, everyone was very skeptical about our chances to sustain,” Kalpokdjian recalls. “We knew we had to stand out from the other restaurants with a unique concept based on quality, plating and good value for the money. The main idea that lies behind the concept is to break the code of traditional gastronomy by focusing on the plating, ingredients and essential steps of service.” As a result, you can have a great food experience with great service at $55 per person. Their OpenTable profile reflects their approach perfectly, and they are really proud of it. Eatt Gourmet Bistro has been elected top restaurant on OpenTable in Las Vegas for the last few months, with ratings close to perfection. The restaurant goes to great lengths to ensure it remains fresh and exciting in diners’ minds. Their philosophy is to work with seasonal products to guarantee the freshest recipes to valued guests. Menus are typically changed in April and October for summer and winter to make sure that guests can always have a different experience at each menu change, while keeping some signature dishes their clients come for. In addition to those seasonal changes, they add daily specials made with fresh and seasonal ingredients. However, no matter how they prepare their duck or salmon, they are the bestselling entrees. One popular signature dish that remains
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on the menu is the lobster linguine, made with Chef Yuri’s signature lobster bisque, and it is to die for. Executive Chef Yuri Szarzewski is also a partner in the business and has been with Kalpokdjian since the very beginning. The pair try to source as many local ingredients as possible. They manage to find seasonal vegetables in a local farm, as well as honey and organic vegan cheese made locally. All of their organic microgreens are grown in Las Vegas. There is also a vegan menu featuring 11 items, and a vegan special every Monday. They also carry 15 gluten-free items on the regular menu, including desserts. To be consistent with their “gastronomic approach,” Kalpokdjian explains, “We thought that offering a five-course tasting menu at a very competitive price would be very relevant to offer a different experience for our guests who just want to sit and relax while Chef is designing something special for them.” Wines are discounted by 50% on Wednesdays. They wanted to share their French wine list with guests as much as possible and created a day to enjoy the wines that might not be ordered otherwise. The main goal at Eatt Gourmet Bistro is to make guests happy no matter how, and they have accomplished that and more. Eatt Gourmet Bistro 7865 West Sahara Ave., #104 Las Vegas, NV 89117 eattfood.com Instagram: eatt_gourmetbistro Facebook: eattgourmetbistro
GRAFFITI BAO BY CHEF MARC MARRONE By Milena DiFiore, Photography by Graffiti Hospitality Chef Marc Marrone’s favorite part of the day is right before lunch. “Right before things get moving and started, it is fun to have a last moment of fun, one-on-one with staff,” he says. It is clear why that moment before the storm is one he relishes in … the guy goes big or goes home.
The intimate spot’s energy is captured in timeless neon and personal anecdotes, such as the bags of the Hong Kong flour used to make the bao buns, and diners dancing the dance of securing the next available table. The constant video loop of ‘80s camp classic “Big Trouble in Little China” is the most apt bit of homage paid to Marrone’s upbringing in New York City. He explains, “There are so many underground and wild, crazy things happening. ‘Big Trouble in Little China’ captured the essence of having a little mystery and fun in the world.” Recounting the many influential Chinese takeout meals in the city with his dad, in addition to Marrone’s constant inspiration from the Asian night markets he frequented, his passion toward all Asian foods is more than apparent. He refuses
With a fine balance of simplistic and complex dishes (see the Singapore-style ramen and feel your eyes widen), it is easy to make your way through the menu and educate your palate at your own pace. But of course, it is hard to resist just about everything there is. Just when you think you have your order figured out, you see the Szechuan chicken dumplings sloshing around in the bath of black vinegar and chili oil dropped at the table beside you and now you are rethinking everything. “Other Stuff” (as the menu puts it) worth mentioning would entail the scallion pancake (but ensure it is the one with the burrata cheese and chili oil) and no doubt the crispy wings. It was all a dream to provide a scalable concept with a comfortable environment that does not break the bank, and Marrone is proof that even the neon dreams can become a reality.
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After closing the chapter to his 13-year role at Tao as corporate chef and, in addition to Graffiti Bao, opening two other restaurant concepts within a year (Graffiti Bao’s prototype and nachoria, Piña, at T-Mobile Arena), along with two more in the pipeline, his “busyness” only makes sense to be emulated during Graffiti Bao’s lunch rush. And let’s face it, Graffiti Bao is busy.
to be the chef who throws Sriracha on something and calls it “Asian” when the wide diversity of ingredients and flavor profiles of the many different Asian cuisines (plus their history and proper usage) have so many constant challenges.
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Bun Intended
Graffiti Bao 7355 S. Buffalo Dr., Suite 1 Las Vegas, NV 89113 graffitibao.com Facebook and Instagram: graffitibao
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Winter Cheers! Kenny Lee
Apothic Sparkling Red
La Marca is undoubtedly everyone’s favorite prosecco, including yours truly. This all-season sparkler is crisp and clean with notes of lemon zest, green apple, and citrus. It is versatile with food, perfect as an aperitif and always a crowd pleaser. Make sure to have plenty on hand for holiday dinners, parties and those long, “funfilled” evenings with the in-laws (you may want to buy the extra-large 1.5 liter size for that).
Juggernaut Cabernet Sauvignon
Klinker Brick Brickmason Red Blend
This intoxicating cabernet offers bold aromas and flavors of blueberry jam, ripe plum, and notes of black pepper and oak. The palate is dense and concentrated with balanced tannins, dark fruit, and a long, velvety finish. The wine pairs well with everything from pizza and pasta to burgers and beef wellington. Juggernaut is also perfect for those chilly nights. It may be cold outside, but this fierce and fiery red is guaranteed to keep you warm!
Klinker Brick is a family-owned winery in Lodi, CA with six generations of wine making experience. They are known for producing high-quality wines, especially old vine zinfandel. The Brickmason blend is comprised of 80% zinfandel, 10% syrah, 5% cabernet sauvignon and 5% petite sirah. Intense aromas of blueberry, plum and spice lead into notes of toasty vanilla with firm tannins and bold structure. The name Klinker Brick comes from the unique bricks that grace many of the historical buildings in Lodi. Chosen by Craftsmen architects in the 1920s for their distinctive qualities, including their dark, rich color. They are also more dense and heavier in weight than regular bricks. “Klinker” refers to the unusual sound that they make when banged together. Klinker bricks are rare and highly prized, and so are these stunning wines!
To r n a t o r e E t n a R o s s o , Red Blend
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The iconic Apothic Red now has a limited, sparkling edition just in time for the holidays! Celebrate in style with this stunning, scarlet sparkler that will bring plenty of cheer to all of your holiday gatherings. Inviting flavors of black cherry, zesty citrus and red delicious apple are balanced with captivating bubbles and bright acidity. Stock up now before it disappears!
La Marca Prosecco
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Sponsored by Lee’s Discount Liquor. With many locations, you can find a huge variety of alcohol and mixers for any taste. For locations, hours and more information, visit leesliquorlv.com.
This old-world Italian red from Sicily is one of those little gems that I recommend to my customers who are looking for something unique that over delivers for the price. Tornatore wines take root on the northern slopes of Mount Etna, the tallest active volcano in Europe. The fast-draining volcanic soils have ample sunshine, and the vineyards benefit from the rainfall and breezes provided by Mount Etna. The medium-bodied wine has notes of strawberries, Morello cherries, and subtle hints of herbs and earth. Bright acidity and balanced tannins lead to a long, persistent finish. The Tornatore family has been growing grapes since 1865, and their wines truly showcase the pride and essence of this remarkable region. Winter 2019 ◦ lvwomanmagazine.com
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The Little
THINGS MATTER C e l e b r a t i n g Yo u r S m a l l V i c t o r i e s o n Yo u r W a y t o S u c c e s s By Claire Friday
We all have the big dream or goal that we strive for daily. Perhaps we are looking to make a mark in the industry we work in, receive a job promotion or even pay off debt. In order to achieve any of this, we must be able to celebrate the small, daily victories that come about. The small victories are just as crucial as larger victories, and we need to pay close attention when they happen. Recognizing and celebrating these moments paves the way for the realization of that big goal or dream. Some of the best teachers are the steps we take while on the way to something bigger; the process sets us up for more success. It is important to pay attention to how the small victory came about and what steps we took to get there. Even if it is as simple as crossing two things off of your to-do list that you needed to get done to drive the big goal; it all counts. Ask yourself each day what you accomplished and how you arrived at that triumph. Applaud each milestone. Celebration is a great motivator. If we take pride in our wins and celebrate the day-today, we will appreciate the long-term pay off. The small victories give us the motivation to continue working toward our goals and dreams. Keeping a positive attitude will also help maintain your motivation and improve your desire to keep moving forward on those goals. Consistency in creating small victories produces repetitive achievements. Every day,
strive to make progress and create these triumphs, no matter what area they fall into. What can you do to keep the momentum going on a daily basis? Nothing is more effective than consistency and persistence, and those are two areas that should receive daily attention. One of the true tests in seeing these victories is practicing consistency in your work ethic. Effort is a win. The fact that you got in your car and took your kids to school, made that phone call to a potential client, or even wrote two paragraphs about the steps needed for your next big idea; you are already making a dent in your day. The effort that is exhausted daily is worth noting as a small victory. Act as if the victory is already yours. If you do not have the mentality of someone who expects good things to happen, you will not see your triumphs. Even when you cannot see them, celebrate them taking place. Make a point to shape your thinking for a commemoration of the things that have happened and what is to come. Stay in the moment, strive for success, and take time to enjoy your personal and professional efforts on a regular basis. Claire Friday is a special events producer, writer and career consultant. She writes a weekly blog entitled Done By Friday that focuses on career advancement advisement and success strategies for the selfemployed entrepreneur. More information can be found on her website at clairefriday.com.
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CHASING JOY Celebration of Unlearning By Jan Tanaka I’m leaving my job. It is a great job with excellent benefits and healthy wages, so maybe it seems crazy to quit, but I have my reasons. I told everyone that I am leaving because of the stress, because I am trying to have a baby and need a calmer lifestyle. And while that is true, there is more to the story than I was letting on. I am leaving because I am not happy. I have been allowing this job to consume me; there is no extra time for the things that bring me joy; like networking, speaking and writing. But “I’m not happy” does not feel, to me, like an acceptable reason to quit an amazing job. I learned long ago—I was maybe 5 or 6 years old—that my joy and my desires are not a priority. I had asked my grandmother if I could have some chocolate milk, and I wanted to drink it out of a baby bottle. Not because I was a baby, but because it was fun. Because it brought me joy. Because I simply wanted to. My parents did not approve. They shamed me for my desire to drink chocolate milk from a baby bottle. They yelled and criticized me. It did not stop me from drinking from the bottle, however. I continued to do so, but secretly, hiding it under the bed or beneath the covers when they came by. It was clear to me that the things that made me happy were not to be flaunted, not to be enjoyed out in the open, but kept under wraps and hidden away. This lesson has colored my life even through adulthood. Keeping my joys and desires private became a matter of survival and this privacy meant that I grew up fiercely independent. It wasn’t until about 18 years ago when a friend of mine said, “You have to let people love you,” that I realized how much I had been missing … and how much I had been holding back. This revelation came at a time when I was moving, stressed and overwhelmed and refusing help. I was trying to do it all on my own. But I was not only keeping joy from myself—I was also keeping it from others. It brings people joy to help someone else! There is a sense of purpose that fills us when we are allowed to offer assistance and support. We
feel honored when someone is vulnerable enough with us to say, “I cannot do this alone.” My desperate independence was a lose-lose mentality, and I was finally able to see that in all its deep-seated glory. So I began to embody a new lesson: that joy shown is joy shared. As I slowly and deliberately unlearned my independence, I realized that true, genuine joy has no boundaries. You cannot truly, fully, deliciously enjoy something if you are ashamed of it and if you feel you must keep it hidden. Neither can you manifest your greatest desires if you feel the need to keep them under wraps. Like a seed, they require room to breathe and they will not grow in darkness, but only in the light. So yes, I am leaving my job because of my plans to conceive a child. But I am also leaving because I am chasing after my joy. I am returning to a wonderful company that I used to work for and a position that I love. I will have a schedule and a space that allows me the time to pursue my passions. And I know that when I am happy and fulfilled in this way, I will be able to bring so much more good into the lives of those around me, and into the world as a whole. Why does it matter so much where you find your joy? Maybe you love dancing in the rain, and your neighbors think you are ridiculous. Maybe you are happiest living in a van, always on the road, and your family thinks you are nuts. Or maybe you enjoy a bottle filled with chocolate milk from time to time, because it brings you a sense of peace and comfort. Who cares? What matters is that you claim it! What matters is that you are happy! Maybe you will even inspire someone to claim their own joy in the process. And one day, when I have a child of my own, this is the lesson I will share with them, and this is the example I will live for them: that happiness, in and of itself, is a valid answer to any question. For more of Jan’s story, check out her contribution in the international best-selling book: “The Art of Unlearning: Conscious Choices for Empowered Living.”
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THE GOODNESS EXPERIENCE
Part 4
Why Wait to Celebrate By Janice Marie Wilson
A celebration means to acknowledge a significant event, person or time of life. Every moment of your life can be a reason to celebrate. In reality, you are truly the most significant person in your life. Every breath you take is the most significant time of your life. And each day of your life is an event of significant magnitude. This is how we should acknowledge our lives. With this perspective, there is no logical reason to wait on celebrating anything. Each moment that you acknowledge your powerful significance can be a celebration. When you value and realize the extraordinary miracle you are, celebrations can become a way of life rather than infrequent moments in time. This takes a radical shift in perspective. Can you do it? Do you want to do it? Do you believe you can do it? Do you want to learn how? You may think it is impossible. You might believe it is ridiculous to have these aspirations. You may stop reading right now, thinking that I am senseless. The truth is that you were created to live in joy and to celebrate every moment of your life. You can experience so many miraculous moments in time, if you view your life from this perspective. This is not woo-woo talk. You can shift your perceptions about yourself and learn to create this new reality. This way of celebrating life and feeling your significance is found when you live in the “Goodness of Now.” The Goodness Experience allows you to acknowledge everything about yourself as significant. Goodness allows you to feel every experience you encounter as a celebration. You begin to attract only people and experiences that give you reasons to celebrate. You only need to learn to stop the sloppy thinking that makes you feel badly. Activate your imagination and focus to see the good that surrounds you now. Allow yourself the pleasure to feel the exuberance that goodness brings you. Use good feelings as your guide to live the life you want. Feeling good is your compass; it will lead you to amazing experiences and miraculous reasons to celebrate your life. Feeling good is why we celebrate! So if you focus
on how you feel and celebrate feeling good, every moment of your life will be and can be a celebration. Why wait? We celebrate so we can feel good. Why not feel good first and then every moment becomes a celebration? It is simple, but not easy. We think that we have to wait for a special occasion to celebrate. When you view every day of your life as special, your whole life can be celebrated now. This takes practice, focus and a commitment to care about how you feel. You get there by living in your powerful now and not the past. It takes seeing yourself and your life as significant. It takes demanding yourself to be in alignment with your source energy, your goodness, your G.O.D. When you realize the significance of which you are, you will want to find ways of celebrating. You will not wait for a special event or time, because every moment sparkles with Champagne moments that effervesce with joy and happiness. If you are looking for your purpose in life, celebrating life is high on the list. When we celebrate births, anniversaries, new jobs, graduations, marriages, achieving our goals, promotions, endings and beginnings, we feel alive and filled with awe. Every day can be this way when you focus on how you feel and decide to feel good, no matter what your circumstance. Don’t wait to celebrate to feel good. Use your focus to feel good and celebrations will occur magically in every area of your life. Don’t take my word for it. Try it. Feeling good is always a choice; your choice. You can blame others for your poor moods, but in reality they have nothing to do with your free will to feel good. Using this new tool of deciding to feel good is empowering. It is life enhancing and releases powerful chemicals in your body to stay healthy. Make feeling good your goal every day and you will never have to wait to celebrate. Cheers!
Janice Wilson is a keynote speaker, workshop leader, fashion consultant and author. Her book, "The Goodness Experience" provides the inspiration for this series. You can contact her at janicewilson@me.com.
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I feel significant and sing out loud.
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I feel good feelings and reach for thoughts that make me feel better.
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I focus on feeling good now. The better I feel, the better my life gets and I say thank you.
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I dance throughout my day and find reasons to celebrate.
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Breaking
THE CHAINS OF CODEPENDENCY Learning How to Say No and Set Healthy Boundaries By Ava Mucikyan
“Daring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves even when we risk disappointing others.” – Brené Brown Are you Facebook and Instagram happy or are you genuinely and truly happy with your life? Do you know the difference? Take a look at your relationships with your husband or wife; boyfriend or girlfriend; children; family or friends. Do you find that you dedicate yourself fully to their happiness, while complaining that you never have time for yourself, yet somehow it becomes their fault? These are classic examples of codependent behavior. Codependency is defined as a behavioral condition in a relationship where one person enables another, such as through an addiction, poor mental health, immaturity, irresponsibility or under-achievement. Among the core characteristics of codependency is an excessive reliance on other people for approval and a sense of identity. Here are some hidden issues behind codependent behavior: 1. People pleasing / low self-esteem / need for validation 2. Fear of being rejected / alone 3. Inability to communicate your needs and set healthy boundaries The majority of families in the generations prior to millennials lived in codependent relationships. The only difference is that before our current times, divorce was shamed so people would tolerate dysfunctional unions. Now they just move to the next union without fixing the dysfunction. Codependent people take on too much responsibility and that is not a healthy behavior. But how can being a naturally giving person be a bad thing, you might think? It is actually a major disservice
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to those with whom you have a relationship. It is such a codependent pattern to go along with whatever the other one wants. As you know, the first step to recovery is admitting you have a problem. If you resonated to the above statements, here is your wake-up call: you have a problem. The second step is to figure out what you want in any given situation. It seems quite simple, but most people have a difficult time figuring that out. “Whatever you want,” was often my response pattern to almost every question. This is a very dangerous habit, because all of us have wants, and we need to learn how to access them, and, most importantly, communicate them. Of course, we may often have a hard time knowing what we want. Generally, we grow up being conditioned by our parents, who get to decide what we eat and how much of it, or what we wear, and most of us have not been given much of a choice in anything. Then, you grow up, get married and start catering to the needs of your family. After my divorce, I personally had a difficult time answering the question, “What do you want for breakfast?” I had no idea how I liked my eggs, as I always prepared breakfast for others, and sort of ended up eating what’s available. In 10 years of being in a committed relationship, I never made a meal for myself. It took me almost two years after separating to start getting to know myself. That was an extensive time of self-care, traveling, trying out new things, and reconnecting with the old me, old friends, revisiting places of childhood, spending time alone, meditating and reading selfhelp books. The key out of codependency is creating a life you love and not giving up on yourself for anyone. Coexist, don’t co-depend; set healthy boundaries.
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FROM ENTERTAINER TO ENTREPRENEUR By Roselyn Poon
Susi Engl is driven by her passion to help people grow both personally and in business. She is a great example of a successful business person, whether it is a man or woman. It was obvious from the get-go that Susi takes full responsibility for creating her future and she is determined to make a success of every challenge she sets her laser focus on. Unlike a lot of businesspeople, Susi understands that she has to believe in herself, and if her business is to grow, she needs to back up her belief with investing cold, hard cash into promoting her business. Belief alone is not going to cut it. Susi is the CEO and owner of the award-winning LV Craft Shows. The show was originally founded in 1999 by Judi Palumbo, who decided in 2015 it was time for her to sell and explore the United States. Susi took it over in late 2015, but it was much smaller than what it is now. At that time the show had fewer vendors and lower attendance. Palumbo helped Susi a great deal and gave her all of her leads, her website and mentored Susi for the first year.
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It was hard going; however, Susi believed in the show and decided that the best way to grow was to advertise. She knew that the main problem was awareness. People interested in crafts needed to know that the show existed and, at the same time, she knew that vendors would participate in her show if they could see it was being promoted. Susi invested her time and money to improve the shows for both vendors and attendees by advertising wherever she could: TV, radio, banners, billboards, social media, newspapers and the list goes on. Over the next couple of years, the attendance went from a few hundred per show to over 1,000 and over 2,000 per show last year. During Easter time, the show attracted 5,400 guests, and the M Resort show had 8,000 guests over the three days. These days, Susi has a new problem, and that is finding venues large enough to accommodate her craft shows. They have become so popular she has a vendor waiting list and is now in the enviable position of being able to limit vendors to those who genuinely handcraft their work. These are the types of problems any businessperson would love to have. LV Craft Shows has won the Review Journal’s “Best of Las Vegas” award three years in a row, and this year they won three categories: silver for “Best Arts and Culture” event, and double bronze for “Best Place to Buy a Unique Gift,” and” Best Antiques and Collectibles.” Susi is always looking to the future and she is now working toward adding more threeday shows with quality vendors at exciting venues while still running some one-day shows, but at more selective locations. Susi’s mantra is “quality over quantity.” She attributes their three “Best of Las Vegas” wins to widespread advertising and an amazing group of vendors who are obviously super supportive. She is not content with her current level of advertising and promotion and is actively seeking some serious sponsors to help expand her marketing so that she can help her vendors get even more exposure and success. Speaking of exposure, she asked me to invite everyone to the big three-day Arts, Crafts, & Gift Festival coming up Nov. 22 to 24 at Texas Station. You have to love a woman on a mission. Susi’s mission started somewhat different to what you might imagine. She was born in 1965 in Munich, Germany into an entertainment family. Her mother and stepfather were actors and her mother also taught dance at her own studio. Susi started
modeling and acting on TV, movies and theater from the age of 4. She also learned to dance and subsequently taught dance, yoga and fitness. All of this before she was 20, when she embarked on her global travels. In 1992, Susi, at age 27, moved to California where at first she taught dance and fitness. However, it was not long before she was the lead dancer in shows like “Jesus Christ Superstar” and “The Nutcracker,” where she was also the assistant director. She joined a dance troupe and was fortunate to spend three seasons in Japan followed by a season on a cruise ship where she met the love of her life and musician extraordinaire, Jeff. Now a couple, they decided to set up in Las Vegas where Susi continued teaching dance, fitness and yoga, while Jeff joined the local music fraternity.
LV Craft Shows has won the Review Journal’s “Best of Las Vegas” award three years in a row, and this year they won three categories: silver for “Best Arts and Culture” event, and double bronze for “Best Place to Buy a Unique Gift,” and” Best Antiques and Collectibles.”
Many years prior to LV Craft Shows, Susi became interested in product promotion and event planning. Susi was a personal trainer to a Las Vegas family, and the mother was a fledgling author of children’s books. Susi is multi-lingual and noticed that some of the author’s French phrasing was not quite correct, and this was the start of her move into publishing. Her client subsequently asked for some editorial help with the children’s book and one thing led to another. Before she knew it, Susi was up to her eyes in the book production and promotion industry. Her enthusiasm to get involved and help whenever and wherever possible is not limited to business. Susi has personally been rescuing animals since 2004 and, in 2016, she joined forces with a dear friend and they co-founded Sir’s Rescue Rangers, a local nonprofit organization. The charity is in memoriam of Sir, her friend’s dearly departed English mastiff. They focus on rescuing animals and placing them in loving foster homes while local veterinarians bring the animals back to good health, at which point the animals are placed into permanent homes. They ensure that the animals are placed into not just any home, but the right home. Susi’s craft shows participate in the fundraising by conducting specific raffles for Sir’s Rescue Rangers. All the monies from these raffles go toward the charities ongoing vet bill at the Grand Montecito Animal Hospital. Since Susi was born into the entertainment industry and started life as a trained dancer, actor and model, her education was centered on entertainment, not business and marketing. However, she never let the absence of formal business training get in her way. She is a wonderfully energized selftaught role model for anyone who wants to grow their ideas and make a difference.
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Longing for days in the past, or have hope for the future is common practice, but tapping into the “you� that you have become is a great practice.
Your FINEST MOMENT
Ta k i n g t h e T i m e t o L i v e i n t h e M o m e n t a n d H o n o r W h e r e Yo u A r e By Holly Davis, CPCI, ABD
We are living in a new day. We are absolutely able to be free from anything that is holding us back. We can think the way we want. We can move forward, break through barriers and stop long enough to take into consideration where we are now, and how far we have come. It is a shame this is not taught in kindergarten, or on television, but taking a fearless moral inventory of your life is completely acceptable. Let me allow you to congratulate yourself. Longing for days in the past, or have hope for the future is common practice, but tapping into the “you” that you have become is a great practice. This type of thinking could be called awareness. I feel most alive when I am “in the now” conscious of my life. This alert, now, being rather than the strife of do-do-doing is a calming assuring way to BE. Living in the past tends to bring pain, whereas always thinking about the future can leave you feeling fearful or unsure. However, if you are living one day at a time, and appreciating where you are, there is much more freedom. I would like to add, thinking about yourself—and not how others are living—is also a great way to keep a healthy perspective. To take this a step further, think of how much time you have squandered away while wishing things were different? The “if onlys” are a terrible waste of time. How about this, the people that have curly hair all wish they had straight hair, the tall folks wish they were shorter and so on and so on. Let us consider the concept of: It is what it is. Acceptance is a beautiful thing! I would like to challenge you in your finest moment, right now, to consider your life and where you are. It helps when you pull back and get a hawk-eye perspective, rather than nit-picking all the little things. Look from a higher perspective over your entire life journey that led you to where you are now. Next, celebrate. Give honor to all that you have overcome. Notice the amazing talents, skills and pathfinding you did to get where you are right now in this moment. This waking up to yourself is all it takes to keep going stronger. Staying in the mundane and minutia of life is heavy and not quite as productive. To take this “honing into me and my life” concept even further, think about how you are with people. What do you bring to the table? How are you with others? Acknowledging all these aspects allows you to change what you do not like in a compassionate
way. This perspective also helps you to acknowledge you and all you do. This is healthy and necessary. Let’s not waste any more time hoping for better days, shall we? Let’s live in the yes of life and get our heads in the here and now. This allows you to be happy now, not when you win the lottery, lose five pounds, when you finish your degree, when the kids grow up, or when they come back home to visit. You can choose to appreciate, honor and love where you are now. As I write this article, I am on a plane, and I just had the craziest thought, “I am so good right now. I do not need anything right now, I do not have to do anything right now, I am not hot or cold, and I have plenty of room. It is a wonder, but I am alright right now.” Think about that. You can probably catch yourself being so good right now much more often when you are aware of it rather than looking for what is wrong. Catch yourself being proud of yourself. Even more than the incidentals of the “me I have become” thought process, I would like you to say to yourself, “I am proud of myself.” Why not? Whoever said not to applaud yourself or to not be your biggest fan? Now, I can understand thinking higher of yourself than you ought, but most people I work with do not give themselves enough credit. Go ahead and congratulate, celebrate, honor and give compassion to yourself. Besides, everyone loves a party, or a reason to be happy, so we can get our heads out of the mundane. It is like a vacation for your soul when you take the time to check in with yourself. You deserve to be happy now. To further seal this acknowledgement of you, I have some more YOU work to enjoy: * Buy yourself a beautiful greeting card and write yourself a note of “Way to go!” * Book that vacation * Buy yourself flowers * Put something on lay-a-way just for yourself * Make a wish list * Get a new hairstyle * Throw yourself a party (noone will mind) * Know that you are worthy to receive Holly Davis is a private practice counselor in Las Vegas, mother of five, and Ph.D. candidate in human and social services. Holly is a yoga teacher, author and host of the weekly show “Good Medicine,” aired weekly on wwdbtv.com. To learn more visit hollydaviscounseling.com or email her directly at Info@hollydaviscounseling.com.
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Alexis Hilts
UNLV SCHOOL OF MEDICINE STUDENT P r o v i n g t h a t Ye s , T i m e s D o C h a n g e By Paul Harasim
In 1949 only 5.5% of entering medical school students were women, with 6% of the physician workforce comprised of women. In 2017, the Association of American Medical Colleges reported that the number of women enrolled in medical schools exceeded the number of men for the first time. Now, nearly 40% of working physicians are women.
With an abbreviated media background devoted only to her winning pageants, one could easily envision her living a life generally devoid of any gritty personal challenges.
Why the change? Because of people like Alexis Hilts, a member of the third class of UNLV School of Medicine students. She has used her public forum as Miss Nevada 2018 and as a contestant in the 2018 Miss America pageant to argue for far more diversity in all fields of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM).
She was 13 when her family life dramatically changed. Her parents’ tumultuous divorce left her caring for her 5-year-old sister. She fed her, took her to school and served as a parental figure.
As so often happens, however, a presumption made off of scant information is well off the mark.
As a little girl, Hilts often asked her father about a plaque on the wall of their home that depicted a lake in rural Canada. Engraved on the artwork were the words, “Hilts Lake.”
Born and raised in Las Vegas, the 24-yearold summa cum laude graduate of the UNLV Honors College is largely known through the media as the young woman who won the 2018 Miss Nevada pageant that sent her as the state’s representative to the Miss America pageant.
Engineering occupations have the lowest share of women at 14%. Women comprise only one-fourth of workers in computer occupations. Only 7% of African-American adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher are in the STEM workforce. College-educated Hispanics are just 6% of STEM workers. After researching the disparity of minority representation in STEM, the young woman who earned bachelor’s degrees in biology and political science with a minor in neuroscience, created the “More than a Princess” program to encourage students, particularly women, to pursue careers in STEM. She went into area schools to introduce students to figures in the sciences they may not have heard about.
“I want all young people to see what they can accomplish,” said Hilts.
The body of water was named after her grandfather, who had been a physician in a small Canadian town. “From a young age I have wanted to be like my grandfather, a physician with a profound impact on the community,” Hilts said.
the number of women and minorities in STEM were depressingly low, often because of discrimination.
“During this time, I was without parental guidance and relied on intrinsic motivation to achieve my goals. I also realized that, like me, there were other students navigating the education system without engaged role models. In this discovery, I found an opportunity to serve others as I had done for my sister.” Over the next decade, the teenager who found joy in studying science, realized that
One of those individuals was Marie Daly, the first African American woman to receive a Ph.D. in chemistry in the United States. Born in 1921, she went on to do groundbreaking work on the causes of heart attacks. Hilts has come to realize that everyone is facing their own battles in life. “My grandfather battled cancer ... I fought for stability and normalcy for my sister and myself,” Hilts said. “These battles … have shown me strength and motivated me to help others, especially children who need advocates.” Winter 2019 ◦ lvwomanmagazine.com
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Wo r r y i n g a b o u t i d e n t i f y i n g a n d a c c o m p l i s h i n g t h a t “s o m e t h i n g ” g u a ra n te e s t h a t r i g h t n o w w i l l not be satisfying.
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GO WHERE YOU ARE WELCOME The Art of Being Happy in the Now By Dr. Tiger Devore If we are constantly taking exception to where we are, what we have, how we look, or what we have accomplished, then there is no escaping the lack of satisfaction or happiness with the moment we are experiencing. Patients will often say things to me such as, “So much is good in my life, but I will not be happy until …” They insert something, whether it's improving their body or meeting the right person, getting the right job and income, or completing the divorce, that “something” will be between whomever I am sitting in front of and their ability to enjoy life. I watch people struggle with acceptance from others, be it in their social circle or their online presence, and everyone looks for a reason or a thing to focus on improving; something they need to do in order to gain the status that eludes them and prevents them from the life they really want. Worrying about identifying and accomplishing that “something” guarantees that right now will not be satisfying. Many people will allow themselves the excuse that waiting for the “when” to arrive is better than admitting they simply do not like the way they are right now. Don’t get me wrong, self-improvement is a good and useful effort toward a goal, but to count oneself out of enjoying life in the meantime is dangerous to the self and to building a sustainable self-esteem.
communicating to us that if we have something, there is a good chance we will lose it and need to protect it, or there is something we need that will make us more appealing to meet that status goal. The remaining advertising is directed toward comforting us, with toys or food or another distraction, so we can take respite from all those other fears. If we are not running from the fear of general rejection, what else is possible for us? The alternative is directly in opposition to the culture of needing to buy another thing to make us feel good. Liking who you are right now, as you are, with no apology or militant demand of those around you to like you too is a great place to start this change of thinking and being. All those goals that were intended to be appealing to others, all of those can be used as enticements to the self, rewards to the self, the wish to set a goal and be happy with having accomplished it for yourself, not for an external audience. When I hear people looking at the numbers of followers they have on social media, or how long it has been since they have had a date, I really have to ask, “How many do you need?” So often the requirements are set for the attention one seeks from a rarified crowd of idealistic others, making most of the available others unqualified.
If my value and ability to be found acceptable to others are built on a status to accomplish, my chances of being able to maintain that status, let alone accomplish it, puts me in the position of being very unstable. So many of those things may not only be difficult to attain, but even more difficult to maintain.
People may have to get used to going where they are welcome, where the others they meet are happy and interested in meeting or dating them, or where they want to work or demonstrate accomplishment is really within their grasp, as opposed to having expectations set so high that satisfaction in daily living becomes simply impossible to achieve.
Much of our culture is built upon capitalizing on the insecurity borne from “you are not there yet” general message. Most advertising is built upon
Going where you are welcome guarantees that you are setting yourself up for acceptance, encouragement, interest and security.
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TOP TIPS FOR IMPROVING CURB APPEAL AND STAGING YOUR HOME
This Winter Greet Guests and Buyers with a Great First Impression By Rhianna Miller
Nothing says welcome like a front porch, and your front entryway speaks volumes about your home—make it warm and welcoming with a few simple tips. Give your door a fresh coat of paint, update house numbers and lighting fixtures and hang a winter wreath on the door. If your home has a covered porch or entry area, add a bench or other seating and dress them up with a cozy marshmallow or faux fur throw and outdoor pillows in warm winter leaf like hues with plaid or cooler weather designs. Add some outdoor lanterns to give the space ambiance and a feeling of warmth. Accessories such as a box of logs or a big jar of pine cones will complete the cozy look. Place a couple of season decorations, like snowmen, on either side of the entry and include a stylish welcome mat in a winter theme to show buyers and guests that they are entering a warm and inviting space. These gestures are easily the most important to your overall curb appeal and can make all the difference.
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Make a good first impression. A prospective buyer’s first impression of a home is the exterior. Make sure to rake any leaves, trim bushes, clean gutters and use seasonal flowers or greens to keep the exterior looking fresh. Remember, curb appeal is as important as the interior. It is the first thing that your potential buyers will see. Winter mulching. Use rubber mulch to beautify flowerbeds, shrubs or just about any outdoor area that would typically be covered with traditional mulch. Rubber Mulch will keep moisture where it needs to be and prevent weeds from taking hold, while keeping soil temperature even for tender plants. In addition, it will not blow away and is weather resistant, so it will stay put and look good no matter what the season. With Rubber Mulch, you can also select from a variety of colors to design the aesthetic look of winter. Plant evergreens and boxwoods. Plants that retain their green during winter add a freshness that is hard to come by during the colder months. Plant hedges and bushes around your home and add pots to your front porch. Don’t forget to keep them neat and trimmed. Paint away. A fresh coat of paint is a very cost effective way to freshen the interior of your home. Select rich shades of brown or cream that provide a cozy and neutral backdrop. Use accessories like pillows and throws in warm, winter-like tones to add pops of color. The smells of winter. Find opportunities to use winter scents, including berries and pine, in your home. Candles can be an effective way to fill your home with a winter scent, just be sure to burn them for a while before guests or buyers get there. Light it up. As days start to get shorter in winter, the importance of well-lit rooms becomes paramount. Before any house showings, make sure to turn on all lights, open the blinds, open the shutters and push back the drapes on every window. If there are any rooms without windows, make sure to accessorize with lamps. If your home has an electric fireplace, turn that on as well to invite guests to relax and imagine themselves living in the house. Add space. Natural or artificial light makes rooms look bright and big. Warm accents, like decorative pillows, vases and house plants tend to make people
relax. Decluttering and organizing is crucial if you want to make the rooms in the home look more spacious. Do a deep cleaning of the entire home. You would be surprised at how closely prospective buyers will look at baseboards, cabinets and sinks. Along these same lines, go through the house and declutter. Organize household items and keep them out of sight. Make the fireplace a focal point. This is the time of year that potential buyers can most see themselves cuddled up on the couch with a good book. Consider staging a small sitting area around it. Exterior maintenance. Tend to needed updates. Power wash the exterior to clean up the vinyl and wood siding, repair any loose shingles, replace roofing that is leaking or damaged, clean gutters and downspouts, repair or replace old windows, and seal cracks with caulking. Remember that maintenance is important even if the updates are not visible by driving by your house. Fix-up windows and trim. Replace broken glass, fix the caulking, scrape and paint the trim, and clean the inside and outside of the windows until they shine. Brackets and decorative moldings can also really make your exterior pop and are easy to install. Add a couple of window boxes to offer a cottage-like, homey appeal. Add outdoor lighting. Consider adding outdoor lighting that will add interest and warmth to your home during the darker months when daylight is limited. The outside of your home may look dreary and dark, but updated wall mount lighting and hanging lanterns will give your home a much needed warm glow during this time. Think about adding lighting to the landscaping and walkway, a hanging pendant light to the front doorway and additional lighting near the garage. Do not forget about your driveway and sidewalks. Keep the driveway and sidewalks clear of leaves, branches and debris. Make sure your driveway and sidewalks look tidy, even if they are not in their spring or summer prime. Rake up the leaves and make sure all your summer décor is put away for the winter months, along with dead summer plants and planter. Fill in any cracks in your driveway to prevent further damage from the weather.
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Through hard work, innovation and a drive to make a difference, next year’s People to Watch are leading their industries and leaving a lasting mark within our community.
Whether it is by making a difference within the medical or nonprofit communities through offering services that are more accessible and affordable, making construction sites safer through training and safety helping to spread the word about nonprofits or local businesses through public relations, or life’s most precious moments and making people look and feel amazing, the 2020 People to Watch are inspiring others in their everyday lives.
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DERMATOLOGY PIONEER Area of Specialty: Dermatology, Skincare and Telemedicine
Erika Kimble | Parasol Dermaceuticals and Parasol Virtual Dermatology “I was the most challenging of my three siblings to raise. You can relate that to my zest for adventure, jumping without fear, and challenging the status quo. As a kid, that caused my mom early grays, but those qualities are valuable as an adult,” states Erika Kimble, founder and creator of Parasol Dermaceuticals and Parasol Virtual Dermatology. From childhood to adulthood, Erika’s curious nature has garnered her awards, competing in Invent America, a scholarship to the Ohio State University, the William Oxley Thompson Award for early career achievement, Top 100 Nurses of OSU and across the nation. Erika is a mother, entrepreneur, dermatology clinician, and charitable volunteer. She has been caring for dermatology patients for 13 years, but perceives a need for innovation, supported by her leadership lessons in the UNLV doctorate program. She has left a brick-and-mortar practice to fully operate the Parasol brand, as an effort to meet the needs and demands she saw of her dermatology patients. “With the current situation in healthcare, patients have a one to three month wait to see a dermatologist and co-pays that may be $40 or more per visit. After receiving treatment, many patients can’t afford their medications, as even generics can cost $100 and beyond!” states Erika. For this reason, many citizens are not receiving essential dermatology care. With her knowledge in medicine, scientific skincare, and grasp on beauty as a former pageant queen, Erika developed the Parasol
Dermaceuticals online store, to provide affordable treatments for skin, hair and nail issues. Many of the solutions offered are concentrated ingredients, formerly by prescription and not available in typical retail. Her online business provides options for those who cannot afford their prescriptions. Additionally, with her newly launched signature anti-aging line, Erika can also offer affordable beauty, with ingredients similar to expensive cosmeceuticals, without the price tag. For anything that cannot be resolved with items from the Parasol Dermaceuticals Store, her second business, Parasol Virtual Dermatology, provides a quick fix for skin, hair or nail problems. A visit can be completed via computer or mobile phone and offers guided advice and e-scribed prescriptions. For only $49 or $69 for a visit (one condition, two conditions), patients who cannot wait the one to three months, those with no insurance, high deductibles, or primarily Spanish speakers (Spanish language available) can gain access to dermatology care. “I am excited to be an entrepreneur on the cusp of modernizing healthcare in Nevada and a grass roots effort to resolve disparity in dermatology care,” states Erika. In her spare time, when not contemplating modernizing medicine in 2020, Erika enjoys travel, community events and supporting charitable causes in the Las Vegas community. She has been a volunteer with the Make-A-Wish Foundation, Create A Change Now, Joy Prom and SHERO.
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SAFETY EXPERT Area of Specialty: OSHA Training, Audits and Inspections
Virginia Toalepai | World Wide Safety With a desire to make a difference in people’s lives and a commitment to create a life full of opportunities for her four young daughters, and, at the time recently divorced, Virginia set her goals in motion with nothing more than just a few dollars in her pocket. However, she had a vision and a plan, which she has been working on nonstop since. In 2013, Virginia started World Wide Safety (WWS) in Las Vegas. Virginia has grown WWS into the largest health and safety service company in Nevada. Through the development and implementation of proven health and safety training programs, as well as setting up practical hazard controls, Virginia has created one of the most disciplined and successful safety consultancies in today’s industry, offering full-service assistance to general contractors and most of the state’s specialty trade subcontractors. WWS now services more than 150 companies in Nevada.
accidents in the work place. She holds certification in safety consulting for: Construction and General Industry Safety, Workplace Safety, On-Site/Warehouse Inspections, and has conducted thousands of field safety inspections, provided OSHA Citation Representation, Fall Protection, Respiratory Protections, Forklift Training, SOS/Hazardous Material/Waste Clean-up Operations. WWS has also provided Safety Management Programs that include: Regulatory Compliance and Emergency Management Program and Safety Leadership Training.
To her peers, she is widely respected as a versatile and trusted leader, with a track record of success and a proven ability to turn around struggling safety programs and build solid trade-specific safety programs from scratch.
Nothing gives Virginia greater satisfaction than knowing the clients that she and WWS serve are doing all that is possible to ensure everyone makes it home safely to their families every night … and that is certainly worth celebrating. On January 16, 2020, World Wide Safety will host its 4th Annual Safety Awards Banquet at the Emerald at Queensridge. It is a time to recognize the companies and their employees who have excelled at building, facilitating and promoting safety programs, demonstrating their commitment to safety. This annual awards event is always sold out early, and with this year’s event being themed the Vegas Golden Knights and all the energy that comes with it, we are expecting this event to be sold out even sooner!
Virginia brings a sense of strategic focus, mature business judgment, and expert assistance in identifying, evaluating and resolving safety challenges. She is an OSHA-authorized instructor who firmly believes that staying proactive to safety is the only way to achieve zero
Virginia Toalepai is an inspiration to all, especially to her children. She is proof that there is no limit to what can be achieved when you are passionate about making a difference in people’s lives and are willing to work hard every day on your goals.
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PHOTOGRAPHER Area of Specialty: Newborn, Family and High School Senior Photography
Teri Haennelt | Teri Lynn H Photography
BEAUTY ARTIST Area of Specialty: On-location hair and makeup
Meg Payne | Makeup in the 702
At Teri Lynn H Photography, they capture the moments that take your breath away. In January 2016, Teri opened the doors in her in-home studio, and over the past three years, has photographed over 100 sessions, including four weddings and two sets of twins.
Makeup in the 702 provides on-location hair and makeup for all occasions, including photos and special events for all ethnicities and ages. The girls at Makeup in the 702 love what they do because they are helping to make the world a more beautiful place, one face at a time.
She is trained and specializes in newborn photography. One of the biggest takeaways she learned from her training is newborn safety. This is an absolute must for herself and her assistant when they have any newborn in the studio. Teri absolutely adores all the little ones who come into the studio to see her.
During the consultation portion of the appointment, clients, in conjunction with the artist, select from a number of available options, such as airbrush or traditional foundation, false lashes and clip in extensions. While this is a personal choice, of course, let’s face it, more hair equals more options!
Her motivation is her clients and giving them an experience of a lifetime. Teri takes this responsibility very seriously and starts building relationships with clients from the very first conversation. They trust in her to capture their memories and she strives to create those moments in time; from flying in the air to walking hand in hand with the family. Teri Lynn H Photography provides in-studio and on-location sessions, covering family, maternity, first year, high school seniors and pets. Maternity is always a lot of fun and to help create the right feeling, she has three different maternity style dresses for clients to choose from. While she does not provide hair and make-up, the amazing Makeup in the 702 has become part of the TLHP team for high school senior and maternity photography sessions. Owning your own photographic business is not all smiling babies and exotic locations. Teri plans to attend at least two photography workshops each year, and has learned that being a photographer is one thing, but she also has to be the bookkeeper, website designer, personal assistant and chief salesperson. She has an associate degree for business management and photography, and is currently going to school for her bachelor’s in business management. The upcoming year 2020 is going to be a year to remember, as she begins teaching photography and expanding her business to TLHP senior session experiences. 702.622.8940 | terilynnh.com | teri.haennelt@gmail.com Facebook & Instagram: @terilynnhphotography
Speaking of hair, they have ethnic specialty teams that have additional training, experience and certifications for ethnic hair, so there is nothing to worry about. They are very proud of their outstanding service and have over 5,000 fivestar reviews across sites like Yelp, Google, Wedding Wire and The KNOT. The future for them is so bright we have to wear shades. Makeup in the 702 expects a 25% increase in hair and makeup appointments during the fourth quarter of 2019, so make sure you schedule your appointments as soon as possible. They know that quality and service continue to lead upward trends, so they not only focus on the client in the chair, but the future of their industry. New products and techniques are constantly coming out, allowing them to conduct advanced training and host train the trainer workshops, where one artist/stylist who excels at a particular trend trains the rest of the team. They also understand the power of video, so clients will see at least one new video each week on social media. Makeup in the 702 is entering its 17th year in Las Vegas in 2020. Each artist and stylist in the brand ranges from 5 to 30 years of experience and all are Nevada State Board Licensed and insured. Meg Payne, owner, has spoken at Wedding MBA two years in a row, and Wedding Wire and The Knot have celebrated their service achievements with Best of the Best.
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PUBLIC RELATIONS Area of Specialty: Media and Community Relations
Jennifer Bradley | JB Public Relations Jennifer Bradley is celebrating six years at her own public relations company, JB Public Relations, and has a wide variety of clients in the healthcare, hospitality and real estate industries. Jennifer encompasses 19 years of media relations and community relations experience in Las Vegas with clients such as: Vegas PBS, Roseman College of Medicine, Boca Park Fashions, Cowabunga Bay Waterpark, NDL Group Inc., Institute of Real Estate Management, Echo & Rig Steakhouse and The Juice Standard. Jennifer is also the Las Vegas Bowl Huddle public relations chair for 2019. Her motto is, “Tell your story; before someone tells it for you.” Prior to beginning her own womanowned company, Jennifer has also worked as the public relations lead for clients at full-service agencies, including: HealthCare Partners, Tivoli Village, Ethel M Chocolates, American Addiction Centers, United Healthcare and Cancer Treatment Centers of America. Each year, Jennifer chooses a charity to assist pro bono and has helped nonprofits, such as the Folded Flag
Foundation and Veterans Village. Formerly executive director of Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada and The Lili Claire Foundation of Nevada, she continues to assist nonprofits, including Project Marilyn, Lion Habitat Ranch, Save Red Rock, Charity Series of Poker, and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Jennifer’s daughter recently graduated with a public relations degree from Northern Arizona University and joined the company assisting with Save Red Rock. Jennifer is the co-chair of the board for the American Cancer Society, Nevada and serves on the boards for the Sunrise Children’s Foundation, Create a Change Now and the Better Business Bureau Board. Committed to the community, Jennifer is also on the Women’s Executive Council and recently recognized by the Las Vegas Metro Chamber with a Business Executive Award. Jennifer’s awards also include the 2019 PR/Marketing Agency of the Year by the Silver State Awards, Women of Distinction and Humanitarian of the Year Award, and 40 Under 40 by Vegas Inc.
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ACTIVIST Area of Specialty: Servicing the Disenfranchised
Gigi Roundtree Common Tree Gigi Roundtree is a mother, wife, author and community activist. Founder of Common Tree, a local 501(c)(3) nonprofit assisting local students and families in need through their empowering mentorship programs: Empower & Inspire Mentorship and Lunch & Learn with Common Tree. They also provide relief to those facing challenging circumstances through their community outreach events. Gigi is motivated by her children who constantly inspire her to go above and beyond the goals she sets for herself. Her passion is serving others within the community. There are many individuals and families facing everyday struggles, and she and her team can be that beacon of hope for them, that is more rewarding than anything. Many of their clients come to them in hope of finding some type of relief from their situation and they address it by providing needed resources. Common Tree has been uplifting the community with love and hope since 2016. Since then, Gigi has received many awards recognizing her work in the community, including being named one of Las Vegas Woman magazine’s People to Watch 2017; recipient of the Black Music Awards Martin Luther King Humanitarian Award 2019; Marquis Who’s Who Distinguished Humanitarian 2019, among others.
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Allison P. Monette is the Director of Communications and Brand Management at Vegas PBS. Monette started in communications and public relations in 2009. Since then, her work has focused on helping nonprofits and government agencies advance their missions through strategic communications, public relations, branding, digital marketing and social media initiatives.
Marcella Williams has stretched her passion for organics and clean eating beyond her own kitchen as co-founder and COO of The Juice Standard (TJS). Williams oversees the company’s human resources and ensures that employees channel and represent TJS’s standards, core culture, and dayto-day, customer-driven environment.
In 1999, Dr. Renee Coffman co-founded Roseman University of Health Sciences as the first pharmacy school in Nevada. Celebrating its 20th Anniversary, the Henderson-based, nonprofit university has grown to educate new generations of competent and caring pharmacists, nurses and dentists to strengthen healthcare in our communities.
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H i t t h e M o u n ta i n s o r S l o p e s i n S t y l e a n d C o n f i d e n c e As winter slowly falls upon us in Las Vegas, one of the most revered seasonal traditions is taking a drive to the nearby, local mountains for a relaxing day of playing in the snow, challenging the slopes or enjoying lunch at the Mt. Charleston Lodge. To get there safely and comfortably, the newly redesigned 2020 Jaguar XE is the perfect choice for your day excursion. With a starting price under $40,000, it is a sports sedan with seating for five. Pair that with the available accessory roof rack system, you will be ready to go with your family and gear, especially with the optional all-wheel drive (AWD) system. Powered by a standard 247-horsepower or the optional 296-horsepower derivative (in the R-Dynamic trim with a 0-60 miles per hour time of 5.4 seconds), it still achieves generous fuel economy, making it Jaguar’s most efficient and refined sedan, ever. And of course, being a Jaguar, all the luxury and technological creature comforts you have come to expect are available; like wireless device charging, a video rearview mirror, premium leather and wood finishes. Android Auto and Apple Car Play are now standard fare.
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L a s Ve ga s Wo m a n M a ga z i n e Cover Party Photography by David Orlov, James Lutz and Brandi Doss Once again, over 2,000 guests attended the Las Vegas Woman magazine’s Fall Cover Party, which was held at the beautiful Emerald at Queensridge. Swag bags were given out to the first 200 guests with samples, coupons and goodies. The reveal of the cover, featuring the eight women highlighted in the cover story, “Women Empowering Women,” took center stage at the event. Delightful cocktails were provided by Deep Eddy Vodka and Lee’s Discount Liquor, delicious bites were provided by Diamonds Events, Oscar Catering and Emerald at Queensridge. High Flyin’ Entertainment kept the energy level high and a special performance by Aussie Heat entertained the crowd, along with the fashion show featuring Eccoci fall fashions, while Macy’s Fashion Show provided a pop-up shop and mini makeovers. Wonderful raffle prizes were awarded to several lucky winners, including gift certificates, jewelry, clothing, food and wine, and several items featured in “What’s Trending.” Thank you to all sponsors and guests for your continued support of Las Vegas Woman magazine. We look forward to seeing everyone at our Spring 2020 Cover Party in February.
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Wo m e n o f G l o b a l C h a n g e LV Photography by Danielle Eugenia Photography Women of Global Change LV celebrated its second annual Champagne Brunch Fashion Show Fundraiser “Fashion for Compassion” at Emerald at Queensridge, hosted by Latoya Holman, director of community outreach LVMPD Foundation and Will Taylor (Will ThreeSixty Taylor). Guests enjoyed a stylish afternoon of Champagne and brunch; live jazz by Eddie Charles and Millard Jackson; powerful speeches by Captain Sasha Larkin, LVMPD, The Embracing Project founder, Esther Brown, and program director Toshia Shaw, followed by a sophisticated fashion show featuring designers Anne Fontaine, Bunker Bradley and Blazzain Collections. Proceeds benefit “The Embracing Project,” a local nonprofit providing healing services to children and youth who are survivors of sexual exploitation, sex trafficking and violence. Sponsors for the event included: Champagne Creative Group, Kyle Cortez LV Selfie Stand, Balloons with a Twist, Brenda Joyner, Anne Fontaine Boutique, Dress for Success Southern Nevada, D&R House of Diamonds, Diptyque, Crumble Cookies, Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, Total Wine and Townsley Portrait.
2019 Nevada Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame Induction Photography by JYJ Photography and Infinity Photos The Nevada Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame inducted 35 new members for 2019. The Hall of Fame was first created with the goal to bring added respect, honor and appreciation to the employees of radio and television stations who have worked in the broadcast industry for a minimum of 20 years. The Hall of Fame showcases excellence in broadcasting, with each name representing a very unique talent, a special skill and a journey taken.
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United Way Day of Caring Photography by Theresa McNally and United Way of Southern Nevada Over 1,100 volunteers completed 52 projects at 35 organizations and schools throughout the Las Vegas Valley. Bringing the community together to build hope and healing, this community-wide act of kindness wrapped up 1 October Remembrance Week. By uniting together, volunteers helped the community move forward and build resiliency at nonprofits, organizations and schools. Thanks to the generous support of Day of Caring sponsors, including KTNV Channel 13 Action News, Las Vegas Review Journal, Caesars Entertainment Corporation, Chase Bank, Nevada Volunteers, and Wells Fargo. Volunteers completed projects that otherwise might not have been finished, or even started, without their support.
JDRF Cork & Soul Photography by EDISON @stardustfallout The JDRF Nevada Chapter once again put on an exciting fundraiser to benefit those living with Type 1 diabetes. The event, emceed by Las Vegas Woman magazine’s Jennifer Florendo and 8 News Now Chief Meteorologist Tedd Florendo, drew over 1,000 guests to Tivoli Village for an evening of food, wine, beer and spirits tasting. Guests enjoyed entertainment on two stages, including Christy Molasky with the Paul Lowden Quartet, Zowie Bowie, Pop Rebels Band, Lannie Counts with special guest Clint Holmes, DeeVus featuring Michelle Rohl and Dianna Johnson, Elvis Lederer and Michael Peterson.
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THE NO. 1 WAY BRANDS FAIL I t H a s M o re to do w i t h S tat i st i cs t han Peop l e By Ali Craig
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When struggling brands come to me, nine times out of 10 the brand owner has no idea why they are failing. They have done their research, are checking items off their to-do lists and are trying the latest marketing tactics. After 20 years in the branding industry, I can tell you that most brands do not fail from a lack of doing. One last Facebook post that pushes you from three to four posts a day is not making or breaking your brand. It is not your industry or even your lack of audience that is causing your brand to struggle. The struggle is happening because you built your brand on statistics, not people. Statistics come in all shapes and sizes. From data mining to ROI to niche and avatar branding approaches; all are based on facts and actions with no thought of the motive. This is one reason why I minimize my media appearances of body language analysis in the political season; because one clip with no context does not tell you the truth. An entire bunch of statistics, habits and likes, out of context, will not tell you the truth either. It is the motive behind the action that is the true driving force. The other reason why building a brand, launching a product or doing pretty much anything based off statistics is the wrong idea is simply because the information is old. By the time you read the latest research, months, if not years, have passed since the actual moment the data was collected. Now, this never used to be a massive problem, but we used to use dial-up phones, send letters via snail mail, and update a brand’s message and visuals every four to six years. With the influx of information online and via social media, your brand’s message must evolve both visually and verbally every four to six months to stay up to date with how fast society is shifting as a culture. Building a brand or launching a new product based off the most recent study will have you constantly chasing your
audience because you are building for who they once were, not who they are now or who they are becoming. And no one wants that. If the beloved statistics and studies are not the way to brand building success, then what is? The answer is simple: It is people. Yes, the one common element no matter what you sell, even if it is pet products, another human being must say “yes” to you. And though the media may want you to believe that we have massive cultural divides, the truth is people are more alike than different. This is why Neuro Human Branding® is the only smart method to build a brand on. Though, as people, we like to think that we are these complex, completely unique beings, the truth is that our biology, psychology and social stories make us all scared or amused by similar things. When a brand understands and speaks to these elements, your messaging, be it visual or verbal, is on point because our biology, psychology, and social stories are hardwired into our DNA and subconscious mind. What does Neuro Human Branding® look like in action? Here is a look: Biology Is your ideal customer a hunter or a gatherer? Traditionally, a hunter is a man and the gatherer is a female. And though we still have biological tendencies towards this, it is not always the case. So, what is the deciding factor on if biology will win? Motive. If your audience is obsessed with being the best, then they are primal while working through their hunter sides. Whereas, if community and acceptance is more their speed, then the gatherer mentality is where their primal, instinctual behavior is coming from.
When you understand such a simple motivation as the hunter or gatherer instinct, you can then begin to craft your message, offer, and price to feed such basic needs. Psychology and Social Stories Though technically two distinct categories within Neuro Human Branding®, they both deal with the subconscious minds of our audiences. It is here in the subconscious mind where people make their choices and actions. Yes, human beings are anything but logical. Within the subconscious mind, there is a seven-second window of where a subconscious thought arises and the time this thought crosses over into the conscious areas of the mind. It is in this seven-second window where all brands want to be. If the relationship and attachment your audience has with your brand is strong enough, the subconscious thought will arise, and they will instantly think of what you do. Yes, your brand will be top of mind for your audience. And, yes, this is where the phrase “top of mind” comes from. Because if your brand does not pop up within that seven-second window and your audience’s need goes into their conscious mind, this means your audience is in pain. And like you, most people do not act the nicest, appreciate those extra efforts, or truly wish to build a relationship when they are in pain. By building your brand in a way that speaks to the subconscious mind of your audience versus the logical one, you can eliminate the pain, be top of mind and be beloved by your audience. Brands do not fail because of lack of action. They fail because they take the heart out of the relationship they are creating with their audiences. To truly have a thriving, beloved and profitable brand, you must create a relationship experience with your audience, not a transactional one.
About Ali Craig - Ali Craig is an international consultant, speaker, three-time best-selling author, television host and brand strategist. Having worked with everyone from industry titans to underdogs, Ali has found that her passion lies in helping small brands take action to make large ideas doable and create an influential brand that shines. With 20 years of branding experience, Ali shares her knowledge across international stages, with national media audiences, and on the Apple TV Brandpreneur show, “Fix My Brand With Ali Craig.” Her Neuro Human Branding method weaves science, psychology, design, and human nature into an easy to apply system that any brand can use to grow their audience's connections, conversions, and community. Ali’s energy and expertise shine through in her monthly articles in EmpiHER Magazine, and guest contributions in the Chicago Tribune, The Denver Post, and The New York Daily News. Ali is a sought-after branding expert and can regularly be seen on television shows across the country, as well as features in the Associated Press, Wall Street Journal, and New York Times.
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T h i s w i n t e r, c u r l u p w i t h a g o o d r e a d a n d s t a r t t h e new year off with clarity and focus. R U S H I N G W O M A N ’ S S Y N D R O M E : T H E I M PA C T O F A N E V E R E N D I N G T O - D O L I S T A N D H O W T O S TAY H E A LT H Y I N T O D AY ’ S BUSY WORLD By Dr. Libby Weaver For a long time, the feeling of “rushing woman’s syndrome” was likely made up and simply lived in our heads. The feeling of being overwhelmed and unable to keep up with daily tasks has now become commonplace within our lives. Thanks to ever-present technology, we are able to get more done with less, yet our brains are still in a constant struggle to keep up. In this book, author and nutritional biochemist Dr. Libby Weaver explains how our stressful, fast-paced lifestyles can have negative effects on our health from our nervous, reproductive and digestive systems to our emotions. This book offers real solutions to help keep us both productive and healthy.
H O W T O B E A N I N C L U S I V E L E A D E R : Y O U R R O L E I N C R E AT I N G C U LT U R E S O F B E L O N G I N G W H E R E E V E R Y O N E C A N T H R I V E By Jennifer Brown Diversity in the workplace is more important than ever. But how does one take that and truly implement it in the daily grind? Author and diversity and inclusion expert, Jennifer Brown, explains the necessary steps that need to happen in order to create that inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Brown guides readers through the Inclusive Leader Continuum, a set of four developmental stages: unaware, aware, active, and advocate. Each stage is thoroughly explained, making this the perfect guide for anyone from CEOs to new employees.
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G R I T: T H E P O W E R O F PA S S I O N A N D P E R S E V E R A N C E By Angela Duckworth Author and psychologist Angela Duckworth draws on her own personal stories of feeling unworthy while growing up in this book about the desire to succeed. She takes readers on a journey to discovering that the true secret to achievement is neither luck nor talent, but a blend of passion and persistence, which she calls “grit.” Insightful and life-changing book, readers will finish the book with the right mindset for when they fall down and the tools to pick themselves back up.
I N T H E M EA N T I M E: F I N D I N G YO U RS E L F A N D T H E LOV E YO U WA N T By Iyanla Vanzant The meantime … the difference between where you want to be and how to get there. You may know what it is you want, but the idea of achieving it seems impossibly far off. Author Iyanla Vanzant understands that we all want to experience the light of love. In this book, she shows readers how to do a mental housekeeping to clean the windows, floors, walls, closets, and corners of our minds, leaving our spirits shining to bring in the light of true love and happiness. Called “the most powerful spiritual healer, fixer, teacher, on the planet” by Oprah Winfrey, Vanzant is the fairy godmother we all need to help us through this meantime.
T H E C O U R A G E T O B E D I S L I K E D : H O W T O F R E E Y O U R S E L F, C H A N G E YO U R L I F E, A N D AC H I E V E R EA L H A P P I N ES S By Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga While we all want to be liked and adored by many, it is the courage to be disliked that helps unlock the power within to truly become the person you want to be. In this book, authors Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga draw inspiration from a conversation between a philosopher and a young man. The philosopher explains how we are able to determine our own life, free from past experiences, doubts and the expectations of others. The end result is liberating our minds to develop the courage to change and ignore the limitations that have been placed upon us.
G A M E C H A N G E R S : W H AT L E A D E R S , I N N O VAT O R S , A N D M AV E R I C K S D O T O W I N AT L I F E By Dave Asprey Looking to become healthier, happier and smarter in life? Author Dave Asprey interviews a variety of authority figures in various disciplines, from biochemists to business leaders to meditation masters, determining what they all had in common, what mattered most to them, what makes them tick and what do they recommend to those who want to perform better at being human. After composing statistical results, Asprey determined that smarter, happier and faster at life were the three main objectives to cover in this book. The years of interviews culminated into a playbook for how to get better at doing life. Winter 2019 ◦ lvwomanmagazine.com
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Breaking News: New Preview Location – Wynn Las Vegas! Las Vegas Chamber President & CEO Mary Beth Sewald recently announced that Preview 2020, the Chamber’s signature event, is headed to Wynn Las Vegas! The Las Vegas Chamber does WHATEVER IT TAKES to bring you the premier business community event, PREVIEWing the exciting Las Vegas future!
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