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Swahili Sunday with Eldonna
by Eldonna Fernandez
Learn about Kenya, fair trade and conscious fashion with Eldonna, as she teaches the Swahili word of the week and chats about Baskets and Beads Kenya. The artisans of Baskets and Beads create jewelry from recycled paper, canvas purses, trivets, seed bead baskets and jewlery, soapstone and so much more. Find out about shopping fair trade, and incorporating fair trade into your life. Go to www.basketsandbeads.com
Episodes
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Swahili Sunday - Children of Alcoholics Week and My Personal Story
Feb 13-18 was children of alcoholics week. I share my story of how I overcame the affects of growing up in Alcoholism.
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Swahili Sunday - High Performing Team Success in Moving into New Studio and Showroom
From the new studio - talking about the new space and high performing team success.
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Swahili Sunday - Taking Risks and Overcoming Fear of Rejection
What does it mean to take a risk? How do you overcome fear and rejection? Listen in to hear about about this and hear about our educating children program and how you can help. Plus hear about how you can join us in Kenya.
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BnB Live Episode 5
Live Shopping and Updates on Kenya
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Swahili Sunday Happy New Year 2023 Jan 1
Updates on Kenya and goal setting for the new year.
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BnB Live Episode 2
Featured Product of the week and updates from Kenya.
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BnB Live Episode 1
First episode of our live updates on Baskets and Beads including live shopping, fair trade information and other inspiration.
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Swahili Sunday- Updates from Kenya
Support the artisans of Kenya at www.basketsandbeadskenya.com
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Swahili Sunday- Gratitude
There is so much to be grateful for during this season. As the season of holiday shopping starts we want to show our thanks to you! www.basketsandbeadskenya.com is offering 20% off storewide to celebrate! Shop Fair Trade and make a difference in the world.
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Swahili Sunday- Honoring Beginnings
Honoring Pastor Steve Rutenbar who was the influence in my going to Kenya.
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Swahili Sunday- Getting Organized
Swahili Sunday Getting Organized and why is matters. Baskets and Beads Kenya makes some really unique designs and beautiful products. As a result, sometimes we have lots of one product and other times we will have a one-of-a-kind product. It all has to stay organized. With the holiday season...
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Swahili Sunday- Child Labor in the Chocolate Industry
Swahili Sunday- Child Labor in the Chocolate Industry If you are giving away candy this weekend or maybe you have it at your place of business or pop-up booth, look into who makes the chocolate. Today we will discuss child labor in the chocolate industry. Read more here:...
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Swahili Sunday- Strategic Events
It was an honor to present with fellow veterans and to attend learning conferences to help support the women of Baskets and Beads Kenya. Let's talk about how we can continue to grow together. Sign-up to be part of the tribe and get 10% off at www.basketsandbeadskenya.com
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Swahili Sunday- Mashindano/Competition
Baskets and Beads Kenya will be competing at the VWEC 2021 Pitch Platform, Audience Choice Award. We are still looking for help support students in Kenya please donate at www.basketsandbeadskenya.org
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Swahili Sunday- Updates from Kenya
Kenya is working on new products and fabric designs. Let's hear about what our designers and artisans are creating.
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Swahili Sunday- Mbwa- Dog
Updates from Kenya! Support the artisans of Kenya at www.basketsandbeadskenya.com
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Swahili Sunday- Expanding with Intention
Support the artisans of Kenya at www.basketsandbeadskenya.com
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Swahili Sunday- Fall Market and Networking in Fairtrade
Support the artisans of Kenya at www.basketsandbeadskenya.com When operating an online business, it is still beneficial to go to fall markets, network and show off your products in person. Handmade fairtrade products are beautiful to see in person.
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Swahili Sunday- Fairtrade Fashion for Pets
Did you know that there is a whole industry in doggy fashion and now fairtrade is part of it! The artisans of www.basketsandbeadskenya.com have started to make bandanas! What is super cool about them is not only can your dog wear them, but you can get one to match and tie back your own hair.
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Swahili Sunday- Have Fun
Support the Artisans of Kenya at www.basketsandbeadskenya.com It is important to have fun doing the work that you do. Part of having fun is being your best advocate.
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Swahili Sunday- Pwani- Beach
Support the artisans of Kenya at www.basketsandbeadskenya.com The Swahili word of the day is Pwani- Beach. Sometimes life can give you unexpected curve balls. What do you see around you that you can enjoy.
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Swahili Sunday- Go Pink Rules of Engagement: Positive Action
Take Positive Action Towards Your Goals and Dreams. • Dreams without action or merely fantasies. You cannot achieve a goal or a dream by simply writing it down and wishing for it to happen. You have to take some sort of action to bring it to fruition. • Check out more details on the blog....
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Swahili Sunday- There's no weakness in Forgiveness- msamaha
There’s No Weakness in Forgiveness.• Swahili word for forgiveness is msamaha. • Forgiveness isn’t for the other person, it’s for you to release that anger and hate from your body. • The Lords Prayer says “forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us” we are asking God to...
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Swahili Sunday - Faith- Imani
When you walk in faith you do amazing things. This week's word in Swahili is Imani (Faith). There will always be opportunities all around you when you have faith in what you do. Baskets and Beads is thankful for Safari Park as they collaborate to sell the products of Baskets and Beads Kenya/...
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Swahili Sunday- Updates From Kenya and How to Start an NGO in Africa
We review some of the caveats of setting up an NGO in Africa and the progress that has been made within Baskets and Beads Kenya. It takes more than just paperwork to create the business you want in the fair trade industry. You truly have to take control of the handlebars of your life drive to…
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Swahili Sunday- Powerful Self Talk
What does your self-talk say to you? Today we will cover the first rule of engagement in the GoPINK Book Turn Negative Self Talk to Powerful Self Talk. If you are interested in the Life Changing Procedure Worksheet that is talked about in this episode please email us at...
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Swahili Sunday- Fair Trade and Fashion while Negotiating
Negotiation is an art that is better improved by knowing who you are negotiating with and working to speak their language. Language is not just words, it is also the clothing we wear, the faces we make, and the non-verbal ways we express ourselves. Organizing a non-profit to empower others…
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Swahili Sunday- Get excited about your goal
We have to get excited about what we are doing to keep doing it. There will be obstacles and hurdles along your journey. I experienced some but that isn't going to stop me from sharing some Swahili vocabulary and get on my bike and ride.
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Swahili Sunday- Showing Grace Beyond the Actions of Others
Sometimes things will not be said to you that you like, or people will not agree. It is possible to show them grace and kindness objectively and not get caught up in their words. There are times when we have to keep emotions out of business.
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Swahili Sunday- When a door closes, a window of opportunity opens
There are so many changes happening with travel. It is hard to follow all of it but that doesn't mean you shouldn't try. It was a blessing to visit Kenya shortly to see the ladies, do some photos and create new products together. Now that the borders are closed again it will give us time to sell...
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Swahili Sunday- Leaping into Language, Culture and Expanding Business Relations
Being in Kenya was an amazing experience. Although Kenya was only open for a short time, it was possible to get so much accomplished. We bought fabric, contracted with other creators, did a photo shoot, made new products for the store www.basketsandbeadskenya.com and so much more. We even took…
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Swahili Sunday- International Business Building in Kenya
Being in Kenya with the artisans made it so we could have a photoshoot, talk about business building, product development and more. It has been a long road of trust while travel has been restricted. There have been people who come and go in the village but Baskets and Beads Kenya has stayed true....
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Swahili Sunday- Preparing for International Travel
Artisans in Kenya are ready to rise and share what they have been making while being as safe as possible during the pandemic. There has been heartache as loved ones were lost. Being able to travel and embrace is a blessing. Traveling requires navigating through restrictions and Eldonna Fernandez...
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Choosing Your Word for the Year
Find out how to consider setting a word for the year.
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How to Set Effective Goals for the Year
This is the time of year people set New Years Resolutions and studies show that by 30 days after that only 8% actually stick with them. Goal setting is more than writing a list. Find out how to set goals that stick and really come to fruition. Also more on the blog here:...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Learn about Kenya, fair trade and conscious fashion with Eldonna, as she teaches the Swahili word of the week and chats about Baskets and Beads Kenya. The artisans of Baskets and Beads create jewelry from recycled paper, canvas purses, trivets, seed bead baskets and jewlery, soapstone and so much more. Find out about shopping fair trade, and incorporating fair trade into your life. Go to www.basketsandbeads.com
HOSTED BY
Eldonna Fernandez
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Learn about Kenya, fair trade and conscious fashion with Eldonna, as she teaches the Swahili word of the week and chats about Baskets and Beads Kenya. The artisans of Baskets and Beads create jewelry from recycled paper, canvas purses, trivets, seed bead baskets and jewlery, soapstone and so much...
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