From Litigation Attorney to Mystery Author: Inspiring the Next Generation of Curious Minds

From Litigation Attorney to Mystery Author: Inspiring the Next Generation of Curious Minds

Can a career as a litigation attorney inspire unforgettable mystery novels for kids? In this episode of Unveiling Journeys, Tiffany Alexander sits down with Diana Sussman—former litigation attorney, actress, playwright, and author of The Neighbor's Secret, the first book in her Maddie Mystery series. Diana shares how her childhood fascination with mysteries, years practicing law, and life experiences in New York, Bermuda, and Connecticut shaped her journey into becoming an award-winning author. From representing FBI cases to writing stories that empower young readers, Diana proves that curiosity can become your greatest superpower. Bio: Diana is a retired commercial litigation attorney, fundraiser, and storyteller who now channels her leadership, creativity, and lifelong passion for service into writing children's books, plays, and musicals. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania Law School, she combines decades of professional experience with a love for community impact, using storytelling and fundraising to inspire, educate, and bring people together around meaningful causes. We dive into: ✅ How real FBI investigations inspired The Neighbor's Secret ✅ Why being a lawyer prepared her to become a storyteller ✅ The surprising life lessons she learned living in Bermuda ✅ Creating confident female role models through children's fiction ✅ Why curiosity, courage, and authenticity matter more than ever If you love mystery novels, writing, storytelling, or inspiring conversations about creativity and purpose, this episode is one you won't want to miss. Connect with Diana Sussman: 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-sussman-b56377111/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-sussman-b56377111/] 📧 Email: Dianasussman2@gmail.com #MysteryAuthor #ChildrensBooks #MiddleGradeBooks #WritingCommunity #Storytelling #AuthorInterview #UnveilingJourneys #CreativeJourney #WomenWhoWrite #Curiosity If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you don’t miss out on future content. Let us know your thoughts in the comments below, and we’ll see you in the next one! Book a Call:  https://aspensagefund.com/contact-us/ [https://aspensagefund.com/contact-us/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thankfulinc/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/thankfulinc/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tiffspacecadet [https://www.facebook.com/tiffspacecadet] Website: aspensagefund.com [http://aspensagefund.com/] Thanks for watching!

From Rock Bottom to 3,000 Interviews: Journey of Resilience & Purpose

Can one story change a life? In this episode of Unveiling Journeys, Tiffany Alexander sits down with Sara Troy, a veteran podcaster, author, personality coach, and founder of a global podcast network dedicated to sharing stories that inspire, heal, and transform. Sara opens up about her extraordinary journey—from battling chronic illness as a child, leaving school early, navigating life across England, South Africa, Canada, and the United States, to overcoming financial hardship and rebuilding her life through purpose-driven storytelling. Over the past 13+ years, Sara has interviewed nearly 3,000 people, helping amplify voices that offer hope, wisdom, and practical lessons for navigating life's challenges. Bio: Sara Troy is a podcaster, author, and mentor who helps people discover their purpose and share their wisdom. Through her platforms, Self Discovery Wisdom and Orchard of Wisdom, she amplifies inspiring stories, supports changemakers, and empowers others to create meaningful impact through personal growth, mentorship, and authentic connection. We dive into: ✅ How adversity shaped Sara’s mission and purpose ✅ The power of podcasting to create meaningful change ✅ Why resilience matters more than perfection ✅ The inspiration behind her books on forgotten children and seniors ✅ How listening deeply can transform your life ✅ Why it's never too late to reinvent yourself If you're interested in personal growth, resilience, storytelling, podcasting, or finding purpose through service, this episode is for you. Connect with Sara Troy: 🌐 Website: https://linktr.ee/saratroy [https://linktr.ee/saratroy] 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/choosepositiveliving [https://www.linkedin.com/in/choosepositiveliving] 📧 Email: selfdiscoverywisdom@gmail.com1 #SaraTroy #Podcasting #PersonalGrowth #Resilience #Storytelling #UnveilingJourneys #LifeLessons #EntrepreneurJourney #SelfDiscovery #Inspiration If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you don’t miss out on future content. Let us know your thoughts in the comments below, and we’ll see you in the next one! Book a Call:  https://aspensagefund.com/contact-us/ [https://aspensagefund.com/contact-us/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thankfulinc/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/thankfulinc/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tiffspacecadet [https://www.facebook.com/tiffspacecadet] Website: aspensagefund.com [http://aspensagefund.com/] Thanks for watching!

From Nature Lover to Intentional Living Coach: Helping Women Reconnect with Themselves

What if the key to transforming your life isn't doing more—but becoming more intentional? In this episode of Unveiling Journeys, Tiffany Alexander sits down with April Wyett, founder of Living With Intention, breathwork facilitator, retreat leader, and community builder. April shares her remarkable journey from a nature-loving child and military spouse living around the world to helping people understand their nervous systems, reconnect with themselves, and create meaningful change through intentional living. Drawing from experiences in Japan, sociology and psychology studies, work with at-risk youth, and years of personal growth, April explains how awareness, breathwork, and community can help people move beyond stress, burnout, and limiting patterns. Bio: April Wyett is a Somatic Performance Coach, retreat leader, and founder of Living With Intention, dedicated to helping people build nervous system resilience, self-awareness, and sustainable well-being. Drawing from her experiences living abroad, extensive travel, studies in sociology and psychology, and her own journey through burnout and self-discovery, she guides individuals and communities through breathwork, somatic practices, Reiki, immersive retreats, and transformational workshops. Through her coaching, global retreats, and community initiatives, April empowers people to move from stress and overfunctioning into greater clarity, presence, and intentional living. We dive into: ✅ How living in Japan shaped April's life and purpose ✅ Why understanding your nervous system changes everything ✅ The difference between healing and self-discovery ✅ How breathwork helps reduce stress and build resilience ✅ The power of community, retreats, and shared experiences ✅ Why intention without attention rarely creates lasting change ✅ Building a life aligned with purpose and personal growth If you're interested in personal development, mindfulness, nervous system regulation, breathwork, or intentional living, this conversation is packed with wisdom and practical insights. Connect with April Wyett: 🌐 Website: https://livingwithintention.co/ [https://livingwithintention.co/] 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aprilwyett/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/aprilwyett/] 📧 Email: april@livingwithintention.co #IntentionalLiving #Breathwork #PersonalGrowth #Mindfulness #NervousSystemHealth #SelfDiscovery #WomenEmpowerment #CommunityBuilding #UnveilingJourneys #LifeTransformation If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you don’t miss out on future content. Let us know your thoughts in the comments below, and we’ll see you in the next one! Book a Call:  https://aspensagefund.com/contact-us/ [https://aspensagefund.com/contact-us/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thankfulinc/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/thankfulinc/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tiffspacecadet [https://www.facebook.com/tiffspacecadet] Website: aspensagefund.com [http://aspensagefund.com/] Thanks for watching!

Building a Business on Reliability: Entrepreneurial Journey

What if the secret to business success isn't innovation—but reliability? In this episode of Unveiling Journeys, Tiffany Alexander sits down with entrepreneur and Help Agency co-owner John Balauat to discuss his remarkable journey through business, technology, entrepreneurship, and personal growth. From growing up in a military family and living around the world to building a career in sales, tech startups, stock market consulting, and agency ownership, John's story is filled with lessons on resilience, adaptability, and the power of relationships. John shares how Help Agency helps marketing agencies eliminate the headaches of web development through communication, trust, and reliability—qualities often overlooked in today's fast-paced business world. Bio: John Balauat is the co-owner of Help Agency, a white-label web design and development company that partners with creative agencies to provide reliable, high-quality website solutions without the typical outsourcing headaches. Raised in a military family and exposed to diverse cultures through years of travel and living abroad, John developed a passion for building relationships, communication, and problem-solving. With a background spanning business development, mortgages, technology, consulting, and entrepreneurship, he combines strong people skills with business expertise to help agency owners scale with confidence. Guided by his faith and a commitment to trust, reliability, and service, John focuses on creating lasting partnerships that help both clients and agencies succeed. We dive into: ✅ Growing up in a military family and living across multiple countries ✅ How constant change built resilience and communication skills ✅ Lessons learned from the mortgage industry and tech startups ✅ The surprising opportunity that came from a major acquisition ✅ Building Help Agency around trust, communication, and reliability ✅ Why networking and relationships continue to drive success ✅ The role of faith, perseverance, and grit in entrepreneurship ✅ John's advice for entrepreneurs facing difficult seasons If you're a business owner, entrepreneur, agency leader, or anyone building something meaningful, this episode offers practical wisdom and inspiration you won't want to miss. Connect with John Balauat: 🌐 Website: https://help.agency/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jbalauat/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jbalauat/] 📧 Email: john@help.agency #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #AgencyLife #Leadership #Networking #BusinessDevelopment #StartupJourney #EntrepreneurMindset #SmallBusinessSuccess #UnveilingJourneys If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you don’t miss out on future content. Let us know your thoughts in the comments below, and we’ll see you in the next one! Book a Call:  https://aspensagefund.com/contact-us/ [https://aspensagefund.com/contact-us/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thankfulinc/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/thankfulinc/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tiffspacecadet [https://www.facebook.com/tiffspacecadet] Website: aspensagefund.com [http://aspensagefund.com/] Thanks for watching!

From Microsoft Trainer to MSP Mentor: Building & Scaling a $7M IT Business

What does it take to build, scale, and successfully exit a $7 million IT services company? In this episode of Unveiling Journeys, Tiffany sits down with Tim Thomson, entrepreneur, business coach, and former MSP owner who spent over two decades building a thriving managed IT services business before successfully exiting in 2022. Tim shares his journey from growing up in a small town in Saskatchewan, Canada, to working for Microsoft, launching an IT company from scratch, and eventually becoming a mentor helping MSP owners scale their businesses faster and smarter. Bio: Tim Thomson is a technology entrepreneur, advisor, and former MSP owner who spent 25 years building and scaling businesses, including growing his managed IT services company to $7 million in ARR before exiting in 2022. Through Cyber Trends Inc., he now helps MSP owners and technology vendors accelerate growth, improve operational maturity, navigate AI adoption, and maximize business value through strategic planning and M&A guidance. Passionate about mentorship, Tim is dedicated to sharing his hard-earned experience to help other entrepreneurs grow faster and avoid costly mistakes. We dive into: ✅ How Tim built a $7 million managed services company from the ground up ✅ The biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make when trying to scale ✅ Why ego is the most expensive item on your balance sheet ✅ Lessons learned from real-world business challenges and exits ✅ How AI is transforming the future of managed IT services ✅ Why "just start" may be the most powerful business advice you'll ever hear Whether you're an entrepreneur, MSP owner, business leader, or someone looking to build your next venture, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and hard-earned lessons from someone who's lived it. Connect with Tim Thomson: 🌐 Website: https://cybertrends.ca [https://cybertrends.ca] 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timthomsoncti/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/timthomsoncti/] 📧 Email: tthomson@cybertrends.ca #MSPGrowth #EntrepreneurJourney #BusinessCoaching #ManagedServices #LeadershipDevelopment #ArtificialIntelligence #BusinessScaling #TechEntrepreneur #UnveilingJourneys #SmallBusinessGrowth If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you don’t miss out on future content. Let us know your thoughts in the comments below, and we’ll see you in the next one! Book a Call:  https://aspensagefund.com/contact-us/ [https://aspensagefund.com/contact-us/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thankfulinc/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/thankfulinc/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tiffspacecadet [https://www.facebook.com/tiffspacecadet] Website: aspensagefund.com [http://aspensagefund.com/] Thanks for watching!