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Author, educator and speaker A.C. Cristales is back with the first episode of Mission Driven in 2022. In this episode, A.C. interviews creator and fitness coach of Urbane Body, Philip Cristales. In this episode, Philip shares a bit of his journey from what inspired him to start his online fitness program. Additionally, he shares what you can do to get started on your journey of success. This is an interview that will encourage you to take the step and make it happen. It will empower and motivate you, and it is an episode that you'll definitely want to share with your family and friends. Links to this week's empowering segments: [05:44] College isn't for everyone [12:10] The struggle with self-confidence [20:01] Be loyal to that next step [30:05] Power of personal development [37:25] How to get started on your passion [42:40] More information on Urbane Body Follow's Today's guest on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/urbanebody/?hl=en (@urbanebody) Follow on Twitter and Instagram: https://twitter.com/ac_cristales (@ac_cristales ) For more information about A.C., check out his website, http://acspeaks.com/ (http://acspeaks.com)

Author, educator and speaker A.C. Cristales is back with another episode for Season 3 of Mission Driven. In this episode, A.C. interviews author and therapist, Axel Cristales. In this episode, Axel shares a bit of his journey from working in public schools to now serving as mental health therapist. Additionally, he shares what inspired him to write his newest book, Love Eternal. This is an interview that will encourage you to go after your dreams! It will empower and motivate you, and it is an episode that you'll definitely want to share with your family and friends. Links to this week's empowering segments: [01:53] Hidden gems [07:37] Life is an odyssey [17:52] Love Eternal [26:08] Soundtrack of life [31:58] Seek peace, not happiness [38:10] Writing as therapy [47:47] Be faithful to yourself Follow's Today's guest on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/axelrcristales/ ( @axelrcristales) Purchase Axel's Newest Book, Love Eternal: https://linktr.ee/axelrcristales (Click Here!) Follow on Twitter and Instagram: https://twitter.com/ac_cristales (@ac_cristales ) For more information about A.C., check out his website, http://acspeaks.com/ (http://acspeaks.com)

Author, educator and speaker A.C. Cristales is back with another episode for Season 3 of Mission Driven. In this episode, A.C. takes us back to his first EVER Reflection Blog he wrote in 2009, entitled, The Thunderstorm Season. In this podcast episode, he shares how storms and troubles don't last forever. If you want to grow and thrive in your journey of success despite the difficulties of life, you have to listen to this episode. It will empower and encourage you, and it is an episode that you'll definitely want to share with your family and friends. Links to this week's empowering segments: [02:16] Provide a platform for others to share their story [05:21] Take a step of faith [07:33] Successful people don't quit [09:14] The Thunderstorm Season [15:25] Where do you find yourself? Follow on Twitter and Instagram: https://twitter.com/ac_cristales (@ac_cristales ) For more information about A.C., check out his website, http://acspeaks.com/ (http://acspeaks.com)

Author, educator and speaker A.C. Cristales is back with another episode for Season 3 of Mission Driven. In this episode, A.C. has the honor of interviewing Iris Lopez, founder of Mija, Yes You Can, a nonprofit organization created by women FOR women to provide a platform that allows ALL women to come together to learn from each other, relate to each other and achieve their ambitions in life. In this episode, Iris shares a bit of her story and the reasons why she started a non-profit organization which focuses on empowering women. This interview will empower and encourage you, and it is an episode that you'll definitely want to share with your family and friends. Links to this week's empowering segments: [04:17] Iris' background and story [09:44] Iris' Life Mission on day to day basis [13:50] What inspired Iris to start the Mija, Yes You Can non-profit? [25:30] Challenges in starting the program [29:01] Success stories from Mija, Yes You Can [35:02] Learn to accept failure [36:14] Find out more about Mija, Yes You Can For more information on Mija, Yes You Can, follow the program on Twitter and Instagram: https://twitter.com/mijayesyoucan (@mijayesyoucan) https://mijayesyoucan.org/ (Click Here) for Mija, Yes You Can Website Follow A.C. on Twitter and Instagram: https://twitter.com/ac_cristales (@ac_cristales ) For more information about A.C., check out his website, http://acspeaks.com/ (http://acspeaks.com)

Author, educator and speaker A.C. Cristales is back with another episode for Season 3 of Mission Driven. In this episode, A.C. has the honor of interviewing Rand Scott Carlson, who is on the leadership team at the Men of Nehemiah, a Christian Non-Profit located in South Dallas that is designed to rebuild the lives of men and families that have been torn apart by substance abuse, homelessness, crime, and violence.  In this episode, Rand shares a bit of his life story and how he now uses Hip Hop to share the Good News that has completely transformed his life and given him freedom. This interview will empower and encourage you, and it is an episode that you'll definitely want to share with your family and friends. Links to this week's empowering segments: [03:26] Rand's background and story [09:46] The ministry that helped Rand [14:56] Drugs were not the problem. There was a bigger problem. [18:53] Life's Mission: Bring Hope [25:16] The Ultimate form of self-expression [30:29] Success story from doing ministry work [34:34] Rand's Anchors [42:58] Find out more about Rand's work For more information on Rand, follow him on @rand_pkp Follow on Twitter and Instagram: https://twitter.com/ac_cristales (@ac_cristales ) For more information about A.C., check out his website, http://acspeaks.com/ (http://acspeaks.com)

Author, educator and speaker A.C. Cristales is back with another episode for Season 3 of Mission Driven. In this episode, A.C. takes us back to a Reflection Blog he wrote in 2009, entitled, The Power of Failure. In this podcast episode, he shares how failure can either propel you to your destiny and purpose or it can dispel you away from it. If you want to grow and thrive in your journey of success despite the difficulties of life, you have to listen to this episode. It will empower and encourage you, and it is an episode that you'll definitely want to share with your family and friends. Links to this week's empowering segments: [01:46] The Key is Consistency [02:48] The Power of Failure [04:24] Rap was my outlet [06:14] 14 years old and rapping! [08:05] Steve Jobs and his failures [10:31] Times of failure will do one or two things Follow on Twitter and Instagram: https://twitter.com/ac_cristales (@ac_cristales ) For more information about A.C., check out his website, http://acspeaks.com/ (http://acspeaks.com)

Author and speaker A.C. Cristales returns for Season 3 of Mission Driven! In this episode, A.C. further discusses the importance of an anchor in your life. In this podcast episode, he shares that an anchor can help you possess constancy, a quality that means you are enduring, unchanging and dependable. If you want to grow and thrive in your journey of success despite the difficulties of life, you have to listen to this episode. It will empower and encourage you, and it is an episode that you'll definitely want to share with your family and friends. Links to this week's empowering segments: [02:05] Unchanging and Dependable [03:00] Boston's K-Girls, Kris and Kayla Biagiotti's Story [7:15] Defining Enduring [10:18] You can't move forward if you keep looking backward [15:47] Questions for you to reflect on [18:28] How will 2021 play out for you? Follow on Twitter and Instagram: https://twitter.com/ac_cristales (@ac_cristales ) For more information about A.C., check out his website, http://acspeaks.com/ (http://acspeaks.com)

Author and speaker A.C. Cristales returns for Season 3 of Mission Driven! In this episode, A.C. further discusses the importance of an anchor in your life. In this podcast episode, he shares that an anchor can help you stay put when you feel life drifting you back to old habits that were not helping you out. If you want to grow and thrive in your journey of success despite the difficulties of life, you have to listen to this episode. It will empower and encourage you, and it is an episode that you'll definitely want to share with your family and friends. Links to this week's empowering segments: [01:09] An anchor provides support, comfort and hope [03:06] Hope is a good thing (Shawshank Redemption Connection) [5:24] What happens when you don't expect anything from life [07:04] Is your current anchor good for your life? [11:41] People fear the unknown [14:51] I am not going back! Follow on Twitter and Instagram: https://twitter.com/ac_cristales (@ac_cristales ) For more information about A.C., check out his website, http://acspeaks.com/ (http://acspeaks.com)

Author and speaker A.C. Cristales returns for Season 3 of Mission Driven! In this episode, A.C. poses an important question for everyone going after a dream and goal: What is your anchor? In this podcast episode, he shares what an anchor is, the importance of having an anchor and what an anchor provides during the difficult times of life. If you want to grow and thrive in your journey of success despite the difficulties of life, you have to listen to this episode. It will empower and encourage you, and it is an episode that you'll definitely want to share with your family and friends. For more information about A.C., check out his website, http://acspeaks.com (http://acspeaks.com)

On this episode of Mission Driven, author and speaker A.C. Cristales interviews not only one of the pioneers of the Houston rap scene, but also one of the original pioneers of Christian Hip Hop, Delbert R. Harris, better known to many as RAS or Lil' Raskull. In this interview, RAS shares with us how we was introduced to rap music and how he then used it to reach souls for Christ. RAS also discuss the importance of finding balance, knowing yourself, and more importantly knowing your God. This episode will encourage you to know that you were created for a purpose and therefore have a mission for your life. For more information on RAS, follow him on Instagram @5ftMogul or @LilRaskull.

Author and speaker A.C. Cristales returns for Season 2 of Mission Driven! In this episode, A.C. celebrates his one-year podcast anniversary and he shares the advantage of having staying power. He also shares with you 5 benefits of self-reflection. If you want to grow and thrive in your journey of success despite the difficulties of life, you have to listen to this episode. It will empower and encourage you, and it is an episode that you'll definitely want to share with your family and friends. For more information about A.C., check out his website, http://acspeaks.com

On this episode of Mission Driven, author and speaker A.C. Cristales has a conversation with school leader and educator, Rachael Brown. They discuss Race and Education in America and also the importance of cultural competency, vulnerability and being intentional. This is an episode for all educators that will empower them to be better teachers for all of their students. For more information about A.C., visit his website at http://acspeaks.com

On this episode of Mission Driven, author and speaker A.C. Cristales interviews Jesse The Messenger. Jesse The Messenger is an evangelist and poet and has been involved in ministry since 1991. In this episode, The Messenger shares a bit of his story, how he went in looking for a fight, but instead found a Savior, and how he held strong to his faith during the darkest moments of his life. This is an episode that will empower you, and one that you'll definitely want to share with your family and friends. For more information about Jesse The Messenger, find him on Social Media at TheMessengerRPM or RPM Movement.

On this episode of Mission Driven, author and speaker A.C. Cristales interviews Adam Bergman. Adam is a senior at the University of Texas, who has been involved in student leadership and government since high school. In this episode, Adam shares a bit of his story, how he chose to be involved in student leadership and government, and some of the lessons drawn from his experiences. He also provides sound advice for people of all ages...lean into discomfort. YES! This is an episode that will empower you, and one that you'll definitely want to share with your family and friends. For more information about Adam Bergman, check out his website, https://adamlenbergman.wordpress.com/

On this episode of Mission Driven, author and speaker A.C. Cristales pays tribute to the impact that the Gospel Gangstaz had on his life as a teenager when he started his walk with the Lord. A.C. also remembers the impact Mr. Solo, who suddenly passed away on May 22, 2020, had on his life not only as a Christian rapper, but as a follower of Christ. A.C. then shares his 25 favorite verses that Mr. Solo rapped. However, the most important thing to remember is the legacy that Mr. Solo built, which was founded on his belief that, "Only what you do for Christ will last." If you're a Christian Hip Hop (CHH) fan, this is an episode you don't want to miss, and one that you'll definitely want to share with your family and friends. Rest in Heaven, Mr. Solo. For more information about A.C., visit his website, http://acspeaks.com

On this episode of Mission Driven, author and speaker A.C. Cristales shares some nuggets and lessons from the fifth and sixth episode of The Last Dance, the ESPN and Netflix documentary on Michael Jordan and Chicago Bulls on their journey to win their 6th NBA championship in 1998. Listen as A.C. discusses Kobe Bryant and the impact Michael Jordan had on him, the advantages of being a visionary, the power of transparency and ultimately that GREAT leaders inspire greatness in others. This is an episode that will empower and encourage you, and one that you'll definitely want to share with your family and friends. For more information about A.C., check out his website, http://acspeaks.com

On this episode of Mission Driven, author and speaker A.C. Cristales shares some nuggets and lessons from the fourth episode of The Last Dance, the ESPN and Netflix documentary on Michael Jordan and Chicago Bulls on their journey to win their 6th NBA championship in 1998. Listen as A.C. discusses Phil Jackson and the impact he had on the Bulls, the power of learning from your losses, and how accomplishing great things take time and sacrifice! This is an episode that will empower you, and one that you'll definitely want to share with your family and friends. For more information about A.C., check out his website, http://acspeaks.com

On this episode of Mission Driven, author and speaker A.C. Cristales interviews Ian Humphrey. Ian is the general manager of a successful multi-million dollar metal fabrication company, speaker and author, and has made it his goal to motivate, inspire, and help others learn to see obstacles as an opportunity and achieve the success which we all deserve. In this episode, Ian shares a bit of his story and how he came to be a motivational speaker who is committed to making a difference in the lives of others. This is an episode that will empower you, and one that you'll definitely want to share with your family and friends. For more information about Ian Humphrey, check out his website, http://beianspired.com

On this episode of Mission Driven, author and speaker A.C. Cristales shares some nuggets and lessons from the third episode of The Last Dance, the ESPN and Netflix documentary on Michael Jordan and Chicago Bulls on their journey to win their 6th NBA championship in 1998. Listen as A.C. discusses Dennis Rodman and the impact he had on the Bulls, the power of confidence, and how it is your attitude that determines your altitude. This is an episode that will empower you, and one that you'll definitely want to share with your family and friends. For more information about A.C., check out his website, http://acspeaks.com

On this episode of Mission Driven, author and speaker A.C. Cristales shares some nuggets and lessons from the second episode of The Last Dance, the ESPN and Netflix documentary on Michael Jordan and Chicago Bulls on their journey to win their 6th NBA championship in 1998. Listen as A.C. discusses Scottie Pippen's upbringing, the impact Michael Jordan's parents had on him, the power of a team,  and how in order to be the best you can be in life, you play every game to win. This is an episode that will empower you, and one that you'll definitely want to share with your family and friends. Play the game and play it to win. For more information about A.C., check out his website, http://acspeaks.com