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Welcome back to Collecting Picture Memories! This week, we’re diving into one of the most misunderstood aspects of business: branding. When people think of branding, they often jump straight to logos, colors, and visuals, but branding is so much more than aesthetics. It’s the experience, the connection, and the promise you create with every single customer interaction.

In this episode, I’m sharing my personal philosophy on branding: it’s how you do everything. It’s the small details that make people remember how you made them feel. Branding is the way you connect your purpose and personality with every touchpoint—so that when people engage with you, they know exactly what to expect and trust that you’ll deliver.

We’ll talk about how creating an authentic brand goes beyond your visual identity and dives into the experience you bring to life for your audience. Let’s redefine branding together!

Tune in to explore the art of branding and get inspired to bring your brand’s promise to life. Grazie mille for listening!

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Hosted by Cristina Bossini

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Music by Matt Large

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Welcome back to Collecting Picture Memories, this is part two of our conversation about the power of choice and transformation! In our last episode, How One Decision Can Change Your Life, I shared how stepping out of my comfort zone and meeting new people has completely reshaped my life. This week, we’re continuing that journey by exploring the impact of our relationships and how the people we surround ourselves with influence who we become. You may have heard the phrase, “You are the sum of the people closest to you.” Today, we explore why that’s more than just a catchy saying; it’s a guiding principle for creating the life you truly want.

Tune in as I share what I've learned when it comes to choosing the right people who support you and your journey to becoming the best version of yourself!

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Hosted by Cristina Bossini

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Edited by Christine Borowsky

Music by Matt Large

Ciao a tutti e Benvenuti!

This week on Collecting Picture Memories, I am beyond excited to introduce you to my dear friend, the brilliant and hilarious astrologer, Giorgia Pecora. Whether you’re a seasoned believer or just a curious skeptic, this episode is for you!

Join us as we dive deep into our personal journeys with astrology, and explore the stars with a mix of fun, wisdom, and plenty of laughs along the way. Giorgia brings her infectious energy, blending her unique perspective as a modern humanistic, karmic, and sexual astrologer with her love for shamanic practices, somatic work, and embodied arts.

We talk about what astrology can reveal about who you are, how it can help guide your decisions, and why you don’t have to “believe” in astrology to get something from it. Giorgia's approach is approachable, filled with urban examples and those lively Sicilian hand gestures that make even the heaviest topics feel relatable.

Ready for a journey into the stars with us? Tune in for a fun and engaging conversation with one of the most loveable astrologers around. Trust me, you’ll walk away feeling like you’ve learned more about yourself and had a great time doing it!

Want to know how to connect with Giorgia? Visit her website, check out her courses and upcoming workshops, or follow her on Instagram.

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Hosted by Cristina Bossini

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Edited by Christine Borowsky

Music by Matt Large

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In this episode, I’m diving deep and getting real about how one decision turned my world upside down—in the best way possible! Over the past year, I've been on a journey of saying “yes” to new adventures and connections, and it’s truly changed everything.

For almost eight years, I was soaking up motivational talks online, but something shifted when I decided to take that leap and attend an event in person. Today, I’m sharing my story, and how that one brave step set off a ripple effect in my life. Whether you’re looking to make a change or just need a little inspiration, this episode is for you!

So tune in, have some fun, and let's explore how just one decision can open up a world of possibilities!

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Music by Matt Large

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In this episode, I’m opening up about one of the biggest challenges I face as an entrepreneur: managing employees. Over the last 8-9 years of running my business, I've struggled with hiring the right people, managing them effectively, and, perhaps most difficult of all, letting them go when it’s necessary. It’s a journey that has pushed me to confront a part of myself I’m still working on.

I'll dive into how fear plays a significant role in these situations—how it often shows me where to focus but shouldn’t be the driver of my decisions. I’ll share the lessons I’ve learned, the mindset shifts I’ve made, and why I still believe this is an area of weakness for me. But like all things in business, I continue to evolve and find ways to handle these challenges while staying true to my vision.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a business owner, or someone looking to improve their leadership skills, I hope my story offers insights and encouragement for your own journey.

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Hosted by Cristina Bossini

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Edited by Christine Borowsky

Music by Matt Large

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In today's episode, we’re diving into what it means to do the hard things in life and how taking action, even when you don’t feel like it, can shift your energy and mindset. I share a personal moment of waking up with zero motivation but choosing to start with one small task. That one step led to another, and before I knew it, I felt more energized and ready to tackle the day.

We talk about how action drives emotions, the power of building momentum, and why it’s essential to listen to how you are feeling but always follow your plan. Painful moments are a part of life, but they build strength and resilience. Most importantly, try to be grateful for the hard times because they help shape who you are today.

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Hosted by Cristina Bossini

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Edited by Christine Borowsky

Music by Matt Large

Ciao a tutti e Benvenuti!

In today's episode, I dive into one of the best pieces of advice I ever received—straight from the legendary Tony Robbins!

While attending his Business Mastery event, I learned a simple yet life-changing mantra: "It's just an inconvenience." Sounds easy, right? Well, it’s all about mindset! In this episode, I share how this advice shifted my perspective on drama, stress, and those inevitable things that are out of our control. Spoiler alert: it’s not about avoiding the chaos but learning how to react to it!

Tune in to hear my personal experience, how I've applied this lesson to my own life, and why you should too!

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Edited by Christine Borowsky

Music by Matt Large

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This week, I’m thrilled to be joined by someone I greatly admire, Nancy Rudgers, the Corporate Engagement Manager at nourish.NJ. Nancy has been with nourish.NJ since 2009 and wears many hats—she's been involved in everything from business development to food distribution! Her motto, “Be the Change!”, shines through in her work every day.

In this episode, Nancy shares her inspiring journey with nourish.NJ and gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the incredible work the organization does to combat hunger, homelessness, and poverty. We talk about the impact of their services, their commitment to equity, and the innovative solutions they bring to the community. From providing meals and housing to employment support, nourish.NJ truly embodies their mission of lasting change.

Nancy also opens up about her own path from corporate banking to nonprofit work, and how her passion for helping others continues to drive her today.

About nourish.NJ

nourish.NJ works tirelessly to create lasting solutions to the challenges of hunger and homelessness, offering food, housing, work readiness, medical, social, and educational services free of charge—365 days a year, no questions asked. Their commitment to equity, dignity, and social justice is at the heart of everything they do.

Tune in to hear more about Nancy’s amazing story and the incredible work nourish.NJ is doing to uplift our community!

Interested in learning more about nourish.NJ? Visit their website to see all the amazing work they are doing for the community. If you would like to give back to nourish.NJ you can learn more about that here.

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Hosted by Cristina Bossini

Produced by Cristina Bossini and Christine Borowsky

Edited by Christine Borowsky

Music by Matt Large