67. Alisa Divine on the Power of Story: Lessons for Business Owners on Authenticity, Community & Legacy

In this episode of Booked Out with Bre, I'm having an inspiring conversation with my incredible friend, Alisa Divine – a true powerhouse of a woman who's an author, publisher, and coach. This episode is a beautiful example of the magic that happens when you put yourself in rooms with other amazing women who are building big, bold lives. We're diving deep into Alisa's story, which is a testament to the power of resilience, divine synchronicities, and turning pain into purpose.

We're exploring Alisa's journey from being a stay-at-home mom navigating an abusive relationship to becoming a successful author and publisher, all while helping other women share their stories. We’re also unpacking the power of mentorship, the importance of community, and how to finally get that book out of your head and into the hands of people waiting to read it. While the "Virtual Assistant" industry is not the central focus, the valuable lessons on confidence, networking, and using your story as a powerful tool for business are applicable for all entrepreneurs, and particularly for business owners looking to grow their impact and business.

Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:

• How Alisa Divine turned her personal challenges and pain into power and used it to create a platform for other women.

• The incredible story of how Alisa went from photography to becoming a published author and publishing company partner.

• How being in a supportive community of empowered women was crucial to overcoming a difficult past.

• The power of divine synchronicities and how to recognize them on your own entrepreneurial journey.

• How you can alchemize your pain into power and create a thriving business.

• The importance of putting yourself in rooms that inspire you and give you a sense of belonging.

• How to overcome self-doubt and imposter syndrome when it comes to sharing your story.

• The multiple ways you can approach writing a book and why it doesn't have to be as overwhelming as it seems.

• Practical steps for getting started on your book today, including the “write drunk and edit sober” technique.

• Why your personal story is valuable, powerful, and can change the lives of the people who are waiting to hear it.

• How being authentic and sharing your experience creates impact, community, and builds your legacy.

• How you can leverage your book as a lead magnet and as a way to reach more people and establish yourself as an authority.

This episode is for anyone who is ready to step into their power, own their story, and leave a lasting impact on the world. If you've ever dreamed of writing a book, tune in, you'll be so inspired by this conversation with Alisa Divine!

Episode Outline:

• The Power of Community and Inspiring Women (00:00:00)

• Welcome Alisa Divine to Booked Out With Bre (00:01:13)

• Meet Alisa Divine: Author, Publisher, and Coach (00:02:13)

• Alisa's Story: From Stay-at-Home Mom to Entrepreneur (00:02:33)

• Finding Her Power: A Path Through An Abusive Relationship (00:04:28)

• A Shift in Direction: From Photography to Storytelling (00:06:10)

• Divine Synchronicity: A Publishing Partnership is Formed (00:07:39)

• The Calling: Empowering Women Through Writing and Publishing (00:08:26)

• The Power of Alchemizing Pain Into Purpose (00:10:21)

• Navigating an Abusive Marriage and Finding Freedom Through Business (00:11:14)

• The Importance of Support, Community, and Empowered Women (00:17:13)

• Expanding Your Life: Surrounding Yourself With Big Dreamers (00:18:08)

• The Power of Belief: Deciding You Belong in Powerful Rooms (00:18:41)

• Alisa Divine’s Mission: Making Book Writing Accessible (00:20:30)

• The Process of Writing a Book: Debunking the Myths (00:21:17)

• Multiple Ways to Write a Book (00:22:11)

• The “Write Drunk and Edit Sober” Philosophy (00:26:16)

• Starting Your Book: Embrace the Emotional Parts of Your Story (00:29:20)

• Alisa's Mission: Making Book Writing Accessible (00:30:03)

• The Power of Storytelling as a Tool for Education (00:30:38)

• Parting Words of Wisdom From Alisa Divine For Aspiring Authors (00:31:10)

• The Importance of Confidence in Sharing Your Story (00:31:19)

• Why You are the Expert in Your Own Experience (00:32:52)

• Taking Action: Where to Start With Writing Your Book (00:34:13)

• Connecting With Alisa Divine to Share Your Story (00:34:57)

• Wrapping Up: Let's Connect and Spread the Booked Out Mission (00:36:08)

 

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Work with Alisa: https://stan.store/AlisaDivine
Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/alisa.divine

 

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