Kimberlie Dykeman interviews Wall Street mover-and-shaker turned stay-at-home-Mom Wendy Walker.  Novel “FOUR WIVES” just released in paperback March 2009.  Walker is one of the  latest author additions to the “Chicken Soup for the Soul” series, with her book for “POWER MOMS” coming soon to national bookstores. 

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Indeed SXSW 2009 is in full force!! Austin is bubbling with the energy of a veritable mixed grill of artists, entrepreneurs, musicians, producers, performers, innovators, inventors and techies…all hoping to meet folks, share info, learn something, get discovered…and party! SXSW has brilliantly, albeit slowly, demonstrated and spotlighted what the future holds for these interactive, music and film worlds.

The reality :: the convergence of digital media and marketing, entertainment and technology is upon us and life is gooood if you can embrace the truths that come from this blending. To look forward, it’s essential to revisit the past, yes? So if you want to review the innovations, trends, predictions from thought leaders …take a peek of some of the fantastic, enlightening interviews I hosted at SXSW Interactive 2008, InnoTech Austin 2008, and Future of Television Conference NY 2008.

Also available at www.youtube.com/KimberlieDykeman and www.Web2point0.tv.

Last December, GL Hoffman, US News and World contributor and founder of JobDig became a new fan of fellow author Kimberlie Dykeman.  He broadcasted her “Career Tips from My Dad” chapter submission for his upcoming book “Dig Your Job” across the web into media outlets cross country and listed Dykeman as an expert on the JobDig site for his global audience.  Today, on the Share the Podium series on “What Would Dad Say”, Hoffman has called upon Dykeman again to uplift the masses dealing with the Titanic-ed economy, job disenchantment, and joblessness across the country.  In response, the Queen of SOAPBOX® Motivation has written a special SOAPBOX® vignette to remind folks that in surviving the funk, we must always hold true to our own identities.  In the guest piece, entitled Walking In Another’s Shoes Leaves No Tracks , she smacks us with the plausible reality that we may have caused some of our own current situations by becoming just a number, just a spoke, just a shadow.

“He who walks in another’s tracks leaves no footprints.” by Joan Brannon

Admit it. You’ve been a follower of someone at some point in your life. Be it sibling, spouse, teacher, boss, best friend…even leader or icon. And with high hopes, you’ve perhaps fallen into path out of loyalty or fear, ignorance or insecurity -for want or need of recognition or trade secrets, first dibs or fast track, attention or acceptance.

So, how has the walk in the shadows really served you? More importantly, though, are you still trying to gather benefits at the cost of erasing yourself? Think about how the mimicry, modeling and mistaking has even harmed you. At some point, you may walk nameless to yourself and truly unidentifiable to all others.

Folks, don’t get blurred behind someone’s shadow; after all, who knows what may really lurk within it, the bad included. Instead choose to create your own path. Find you. Honor you. Stomp the earth and leave your mark and let ‘em know your name!

 Copyright 2000-2009 by Kimberlie Dykeman of Pure Soapbox.

Kimberlie Dykeman and Phenix & Phenix Publicity are heading back to the fabulous AMS Pictures studios to shoot the next episodes of ShelfLife on ShelfLife.tv. This latest series of author interviews and trailers will feature several authors from Brazil and a retired US Air Force Lieutenant Colonel. Shelf Life.tv is the homebase video channel from which each authors online PR campaign is launched. The web-based interview series is dedicated to spotlighting the real people, real purpose, and real perspective of some of the sharpest books hitting the shelves today. Together, published author Dykeman and Phenix & Phenix are definitely solidifying their names as the top choice for authors and speakers who want to capitalize on the power of the web!

Visit: www.shelflife.tv  or http://www.youtube.com/user/ShelfLifeTV

Visit: www.phenixpublicity.com

Kimberlie is also a newly published author, please visit: www.PureSoapbox.com

Kimberlie Dykeman has been selected as one of a featured speakers hosting an exclusive session at the acclaimed 2009 RISE Conference.  In its third year, RISE – a Relationship & Information Series for Entrepreneurs – is an annual conference series dedicated to providing a free forum for entrepreneurs to connect and exchange ideas that inspire the entrepreneurial spirit. . RISE is also thrilled to welcome John Mackey and Roy Spence, two of Austin’s most admired entrepreneurs, as the keynote speakers.  Conjunctured, the coworking space gaining great recognition for its innovative deliverables, will be the backdrop for Dykeman signature “SOAPBOX® Motivation for the 21st Century” keynote, which the newly-published author of “Pure Soapbox” has specifically catered to the attending entrepreneur audience.  This interactive presentation is a compelling edutainment session that dares you to step away from conventional lip-service, and embrace the profound truths of succeeding in the game of life from the most influential people of our times. Kimberlie Dykeman delivers meat-n-potatoes optimism to audiences who seek more practicality than the average reprocessed, cheerleading speech or DVD series can deliver. Cleverly leveraging the forward-thinking wisdom of timeless thought leaders, from John Quincy Adams to Lily Tomlin to John Lennon, Dykeman pairs a jolt of inspiration and humor with her unique, practiced 6-Pak A.N.S.W.E.R.™ formula. Walk away with a realistic and optimistic gameplan to work smarter, think clearer, feel healthier, live happier. No candy coating. No band-aid therapy. Motivation with a swift kick in the pants!

Thursday March 5, 2009 from 12:00pm – 1:30pm

Conjunctured Bldg,

1309 E. 7th Street
Austin, Texas 78702

About RISE 2009:  From March 3-5, aspiring entrepreneurs may attend free RISE Sessions led by successful members of the Austin business community.  Co-hosted by MPOWER Foundation and the Acton School of Business RISE is a non-profit initiative with no cost to participate.  Through RISE expertise is exchanged as entrepreneurs from multiple industries and backgrounds connect with each other as well as members of the academic, financial, non-profit, and government sectors.  Unlike a traditional conference, RISE Sessions are limited to 25 participants and take place all over the city in areas where entrepreneurs naturally congregate. From board rooms to coffee shops, from office parks to Zilker Park, entrepreneurs gather to learn, share and recharge.   http://www.riseaustin.org

About Kimberlie Dykeman:  Kimberlie Dykeman is one of those people you don’t soon forget. If her smile and laugh don’t get you first, her energy will. She is a woman on a mission. And her passion is overflowing, if not contagious. She has dedicated her life to being a motivator, entertainer and educator; and whether on-camera, on-air, on the field, or on paper, Kimberlie exudes a charismatic, vivacious presence that has fueled a loyal following and success stories cross-country. Her industry expertise, business savvy and professional etiquette command attention and respect as a renowned On-Camera Personality and Executive Producer, Lifestyle Coach and Motivation Speaker, International Spokesperson, and Author.   Yet it’s her unique blend of natural curiosity, engaging charm and entertaining wit that allows her to interactively connect with and captivate any audience.

For more info about Kimberlie Dykeman, visit:

http://www.puresoapbox.com and http://www.puresoapboxsoapbox.com and http://www.kimberliedykeman.com

Kimberlie Dykeman’s book Pure Soapbox has earned her an upcoming interview on a newly launched inspirational LIVE online talk show!   Host Christel Hughes, C.Ht. has invited Kimberlie Dykeman as her special guest on her spotlight podcast “Women on Purpose”.   Aside from revealing Dykeman’s journey to becoming a successful On-Camera Personality, Producer, Speaker and Author, the conversation will focus on the her motivational book, “Pure Soapbox”, and its relevance to women of all walks of life. Topics include: How to pull yourself out of a rut and survive major life transitions, why a positive, yet realistic attitude leads to success, and how to find balance from finding your own innerstrength.  Both the book and blog have begun to garner international attention through the efforts of Dalton Publishing, Phenix & Phenix Literary Publicists, and Midpoint Trade Distributors.

About “Women on Purpose”: Christel Hughes is an inspiring holistic life coach, Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, Master Practitioner and fellow published author specializing in self-development and transformation for individuals throughout the country.  She is the host of the “Women On Purpose” Inspirational Online Talk Show.  The mission of Women On Purpose is to inspire women worldwide to discover their unique purpose and live life as a powerful creator of their dreams.  Each month you will hear one women’s story of discovering and living her purpose. In these amazingly informative interviews, these women reveal the secrets to taking your power back, channeling your intuition and overcoming obstacles — practices that will lead you to a more enriched life of Freedom and Love.

For more info about Author and On-Camera Personality Kimberlie Dykeman, visit: http://www.kimberliedykeman.com http://www.puresoapbox.com http://www.puresoapboxsoapbox.com

What a fabulous day, huh folks?!

Kimberlie Dykeman has paved a successful entrepreneurial career thinking outside the box. Her interactive speaking platform, SOAPBOX® Motivation for the 21st Century, has her now literally standing on one! If you want to experience an “aha!”… …get Dykeman in the room and get her new book, Pure Soapbox, into your hands!

The SOAPBOX® brand and Kimberlie Dykeman’s signature delivery of a forward-thinking, inspirational message emerges as a platform from which specially focused, interactive presentations, like “SOAPBOX® Motivation for the High-Tech Executive” and “SOAPBOX® Motivation for the Entrepreneur”, are crafted. Each is a compelling edutainment engagement that dares audiences to step away from conventional lip-service, and embrace the profound truths of life from the most influential people of our times.

Kimberlie Dykeman delivers meat-n- potatoes optimism to audiences who seek more practicality than the average reprocessed, cheerleading speech or DVD series can deliver. Cleverly leveraging the forward-thinking wisdom of timeless thought leaders, from John Quincy Adams to Lily Tomlin to John Lennon, Dykeman often pairs a jolt of inspiration and humor with her unique, practiced 6-Pak A.N.S.W.E.R. ™ formula: Walk away with a realistic and optimistic gameplan to work smarter, think clearer, feel healthier, live happier. No candy coating. No band-aid therapy. Motivation with a swift kick in the pants!

WHO IS SOAPBOX® MOTIVATION FOR? Anyone who has ever had a Murphy’s Law kind of day …or month, for that matter! Anyone starting a new job, raising a kid alone, newly divorced, new to the city, trying to quit smoking or lose those 20 pounds…again, hitting the mid-life mark, upside-down in their home. From weekend-entrepreneurs to isolated execs, wet-behind-the-ears college grads to burned-out 9-to-5er, single parents to soon-to-be retirees, Dykeman acknowledges that we all face the stress of cultural, economic and personal issues, while trying to make a living and a life! Luckily, there’s a SOAPBOX® vignette with your own name on it…to help you face challenges, change . your perspective, embrace the kid in you, take the road less traveled, and seize the day!