Unmuting the Voice of Women with Altovise Pelzer
03/03/21 • 51 min
#037: What limiting beliefs are stopping you from living out your purpose? It is important you find your voice by reading and listening to other women’s stories, so you can gain the courage to show up, share your story, and possibly impact others.
In this episode of Beyond the Culture, Dr. David M. Walker speaks with Altovise Pelzer. She is an award-winning small business trainer and the founder of the World Voice League. She hosts the #SpeakEasy Podcast, a podcast for unscripted perspectives on becoming and staying a successfully paid Speaker. She’s the author of "The PRESS"- a series of self-help books for businesses, women, and families and the bestselling author for the #1 Best Selling book “A Stage of Their Own: More than a movement. She narrates her story of being homeless and being molested, which has greatly affected her life.
Listen in to learn the power of using your voice as a woman to share your story and change other lives in the process. You will also learn the value of not allowing labels to define you and limit you from going after your purpose.
“We sow the seed and we never know who’s going to eat from the harvest.”- Altovise [26:21]
What you will learn in this episode:
· [3:31] Why women should be the mouthpiece for other women’s impactful stories.
· [8:21] Altovise narrates her direct experience with molestation, limiting beliefs, and when her life shifted.
· [15:01] How she has disallowed titles and labels to lead her life.
· [16:48] How the title of a single mother limits women from going after their purpose.
· [19:52] She talks about her passion for writing and how it has impacted her life, especially as an introvert.
· [23:36] The ripple effect that Altovise’s writing has had on women to live out their purpose.
· [28:37] She explains how her story of being an author and speaker has changed people’s lives.
· [34:53] The qualities of an introvert and how to use them to your advantage as a speaker.
· [39:11] How Altovise is inspired by her relationship with her kids, plus how she has taught them to embrace all cultures.
· [45:24] She talks about the books she’s currently reading and her overall reading habits.
Relevant Links:
· Website: http://www.altovisepelzer.com/
· Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/altoviseunmuted/
· LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/altoviseunmuted/
· Podcast: #SpeakEasy podcast
· Books Mentioned: The Greatest Salesman in the World by Og Mandino
· Year of Yes by Shonda Rhimes
#037: What limiting beliefs are stopping you from living out your purpose? It is important you find your voice by reading and listening to other women’s stories, so you can gain the courage to show up, share your story, and possibly impact others.
In this episode of Beyond the Culture, Dr. David M. Walker speaks with Altovise Pelzer. She is an award-winning small business trainer and the founder of the World Voice League. She hosts the #SpeakEasy Podcast, a podcast for unscripted perspectives on becoming and staying a successfully paid Speaker. She’s the author of "The PRESS"- a series of self-help books for businesses, women, and families and the bestselling author for the #1 Best Selling book “A Stage of Their Own: More than a movement. She narrates her story of being homeless and being molested, which has greatly affected her life.
Listen in to learn the power of using your voice as a woman to share your story and change other lives in the process. You will also learn the value of not allowing labels to define you and limit you from going after your purpose.
“We sow the seed and we never know who’s going to eat from the harvest.”- Altovise [26:21]
What you will learn in this episode:
· [3:31] Why women should be the mouthpiece for other women’s impactful stories.
· [8:21] Altovise narrates her direct experience with molestation, limiting beliefs, and when her life shifted.
· [15:01] How she has disallowed titles and labels to lead her life.
· [16:48] How the title of a single mother limits women from going after their purpose.
· [19:52] She talks about her passion for writing and how it has impacted her life, especially as an introvert.
· [23:36] The ripple effect that Altovise’s writing has had on women to live out their purpose.
· [28:37] She explains how her story of being an author and speaker has changed people’s lives.
· [34:53] The qualities of an introvert and how to use them to your advantage as a speaker.
· [39:11] How Altovise is inspired by her relationship with her kids, plus how she has taught them to embrace all cultures.
· [45:24] She talks about the books she’s currently reading and her overall reading habits.
Relevant Links:
· Website: http://www.altovisepelzer.com/
· Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/altoviseunmuted/
· LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/altoviseunmuted/
· Podcast: #SpeakEasy podcast
· Books Mentioned: The Greatest Salesman in the World by Og Mandino
· Year of Yes by Shonda Rhimes
Previous Episode
Launching A Black Business that Matters with Roy Johnson Jr.
#036: In this episode of Beyond the Culture, Dr. David M. Walker speaks Roy Johnson Jr., the Founder of The Business Launcher. Roy is a Business Implementation & Entrepreneurship Coach where he helps turn yearnings into earnings and helps businesses get off the ground in 8 weeks or less.
Roy is a public speaker & author.
Listen in to learn about how to get your business up and running in a short period of time.
"Never be afraid to ask for help. Not because you’re weak but because you want to remain strong.”-Roy [27:07]
What you will learn in this episode:
· [7:38] Roy describes the reason he became an entrepreneur.
· [10:53] How Roy help turns yearnings into earnings and help get businesses off the ground in less than eight weeks.
· [12:02] He explains why you should have a least 7 streams of income.
· [15:33] Roy explains that entrepreneurship is not for everybody. You have to be in the entrepreneurship mindset.
· [18:51] Entrepreneur is a risk-taker. They take responsibility and ownership of their own lives. [19:32] Growth does not take place in your comfort zone.
· [19:42] You have to be comfortable with getting uncomfortable. You have to be able to endure the pain and endure that pressure.
· [22:58] The one Roy wished he would’ve known before becoming an entrepreneur.
· [25:28] My business coach is Toni Harris-Taylor of Drastic Results
· [26:00] Every coach needs a coach. You have to be willing to invest in yourself.
· [30:39] My story did not belong to me; it’s a gift for the public.
· [33:55] In order to overcome that fear you have to face that fear head-on.
· A big regret:
· [38:04] Roy explains why he wished he would have acted more aggressively.
Relevant Links:
· Website: https://thebusinesslauncher.com/who-s-roy
Next Episode
Transforming Young Minds with Kingsborough Community College President: Dr. Claudia Schrader
#038: How many times have you risked taking the open doors, even though they might not necessarily be what you want? It is important to take advantage of open opportunities and the right mentorship to reach your goals and do what you’re called to do.
In this episode of Beyond the Culture, Dr. David M. Walker speaks with Dr. Claudia Schrader, the President of Kingsborough Community College in Brooklyn New York. She is the first African American to be president of the college in its 56-year-old history. Her mission is to transform and elevate the lives of young people through education. She shares her journey in education administration and what she hopes to achieve as a community college leader.
Listen in to learn the importance of taking advantage of community colleges to continue your education. You will also learn the value of having a mentor to guide you in your education and career path.
“Anything you want is within your reach; you just need to know that it’s there.”- Claudia [39:50]
What you will learn in this episode:
· [2:41] The responsibility of women in leadership to mentor young women.
· [4:38] She talks about the achievement it was for Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority after Kamala Harris’ win.
· [6:43] Claudia talks about her education history and how she got into education and administration.
· [11:25] The importance of taking on open opportunities and mentorship to succeed in a certain career.
· [13:05] How she mentors young women through their higher education.
· [15:51] She talks about her efforts to welcome new students to Kingsborough during the pandemic.
· [20:17] The benefits and challenges of a 2-year college like Kingsborough.
· [22:22] How Claudia advocates eliminating the stereotypes associated with community colleges.
· [24:45] Claudia talks about the intentional work the faculty is doing to take the college ahead.
· [27:02] Why the pandemic has been the greatest challenge in Dr. Claudia’s professional career.
· [32:08] She explains why her parents’ generosity and thoughtfulness inspire her.
· [36:35] Learn what you can achieve at Kingsborough Community College.
· [38:48] Claudia advises everyone to take advantage of the opportunities they have to get an education.
Relevant Links:
Website: https://www.kbcc.cuny.edu/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claudia-schrader-edd-6a0687181/
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