We had the good fortune of connecting with Alicia Mitchell[ and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Alicia, is there a quote or affirmation that’s meaningful to you?
My all time favorite quote was presented to me during a workshop experience by Dr. Jennifer Hills Ed.D. “A Dream is just a thought, until it’s carried out.” Which to me is a more of a powerful understatement. Instead of a simple quote. To me, this statement is all about fulfilling your true destiny. We’re all natural born dreamers! Dreams are just a mirror image of what we aspire to be! Dreams can definitely become a Reality. Go for your Dreams! Also, understand that in dreaming you can co-create to turn nothing into something great. All it takes is hard work and dedication. Do not become stagnant and allow the dream to stay in a though process. Fulfill you purpose in destiny by carrying out those thoughts into concrete/tangible Dreams!

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
Where do I start? I remember as a child, I wanted to be a teacher when I grew up. Then, as I got older I wanted to be in the Medical Field in some way. Later on in life. I would find my professional development coming full circle for me. I would not only serve as a Pharmacy Technician in the medical field. But I’m also currently in Education. I think I found my niche! Hence, my podcast title double entendre OTC (Overcome the Challenge!) The OTC is a direct acronym approach to the pharmacy term Over the Counter. Like over the counter medicine, Titled OTC!

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
Something most people don’t now about me. Is that I’m a super outdoors type person. Meaning I love anything or activity that involves outdoors. So most likely, I’ll recommend something outdoors. Even patio type eating lol. I would suggest this super cool challenge I did about 3 years ago. That I’d love to do again. Is this place located in Plano, Texas called Go Ape! It’s an Adventure-activity chain venue where groups explore the forest canopy via a treetops rope course. Basically, a obstacle course within the forest in the trees! This is a 3 hour zipline course with great scenic views! Beware! It’s a very strenuous course that requires a lot of vitality and energy! But, overall I’d give this place a 10 out of 10!

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
I honestly want to take this moment to Shoutout myself. To often in life we forgot to congratulate ourselves. Sure instant gratification and reassurance is hopeful from others. But, YOU are the ONE that makes it HAPPEN! Know that you’re Loved, Admired, and Strong. It is you, that CHOOSES to make an Effort everyday. It’s you, that Lifts yourself up, when others choose to not acknowledge all your worth. YOU ARE WORTHY OF GREATNESS! I Love You Alicia Mitchell.

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1. Texas Women’s Foundation 2022 2. Big Thought 2023 3. NFL X COMPUDOPT 2023 4.Big Thought BHM 2023

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