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In this episode of The Systems Boutique Podcast…

Dr. Raymona is joined by Executive Coach Carlos J. Malave—author, national speaker, curriculum expert, and the visionary behind the Restorative Power Program. With over a decade of experience in education and curriculum design, Carlos shares what it really takes to turn your big ideas into scalable, teachable, and profitable systems.

Whether you’ve delivered keynotes, written a book, or just have sticky notes full of genius ideas, Coach Carlos shows you how to develop curriculum that creates lasting transformation—not just motivation. From understanding your audience to building structure and flow, this episode will help you get your content out of your head and into the world in a way that actually works.

🌟 What You’ll Learn

- Why a single speech or book isn’t enough for transformation
- The difference between “speaking” and “facilitating”
- How to translate messy content into a clear, teachable framework
- What real differentiation looks like in diverse learning environments
- The secrets to flow, pacing, and building curriculum that sticks
- Why practicing your curriculum now beats waiting for perfection

🎙 Meet Our Guest: Carlos J. Malave

Carlos J. Malave is the author of Translating Your Success and the visionary developer behind the Restorative Power Program. With over a decade of K–12 teaching experience, Carlos has transformed into a dynamic speaker, curriculum developer, and coach—creating tools that empower both educators and learners.

His Restorative Power Curriculum is implemented in classrooms and organizations across the U.S. and internationally. Carlos’s work fosters perseverance, compassion, and inspiration, earning him recognition on ABC 13 News and commendation from Texas legislators in 2018 for his role in advancing legislation to integrate Restorative Practices into public schools.

Over the past four years, Carlos has helped curriculum clients generate over $1 million in sales. He also brings deep expertise in consulting within higher education, specializing in helping youth find strength in vulnerability and build resilience, empathy, and purpose.

Originally from New York, Carlos now lives in Houston, Texas, with his wife and daughter, continuing to impact education worldwide through innovative curriculum development and coaching.

📞 Connect with Coach Carlos
To learn more about his curriculum coaching program, reach out through The Systems Boutique.

💬 Memorable Quotes

- “People pay for those who are familiar and those who are specific.”
- “If you understand your content at the most fundamental level, you’ll always know how to read the room.”
- “Don’t wait for perfect—practice will show you what needs to change.”
- “Facilitators make more impact because they build the space, not just deliver content.”
- “Create something someo

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In this episode, Dr. Raymona is joined by Hazel Blake Parker, MS, CFLE—CEO of the Parker Institute for Excellence, seasoned grant writer, nonprofit consultant, and Certified Family Life Educator. With over 34 years of experience in training and organizational development, Hazel has helped businesses and nonprofits alike secure grant funding and scale their impact through strategy, structure, and sustainable planning.

Whether you’ve never applied for a grant or are ready to optimize your approach, Hazel walks you through how to get your business “grant ready,” avoid common funding mistakes, and build a boilerplate toolkit that positions you for long-term funding success.

This episode is a must-listen for business owners, coaches, and consultants who want to fund their vision without chasing money that doesn’t align.

🌟 What You’ll Learn
- The first three steps to take before you even open a Word doc
- What “grant readiness” actually looks like for your business
- Why for-profit businesses can qualify for grants—and where to find them
- The key components of a compelling grant narrative (and what funders really care about)
- How to avoid budget mistakes that could disqualify your proposal
- What to do after a rejection and how to come back stronger next round

🎙 Meet Our Guest: Hazel Blake Parker, MS, CFLE
Hazel Parker is the CEO of The Parker Institute for Excellence LLC, a consulting firm specializing in management consulting, family life education, professional development, and nonprofit strategy. She also serves as President and co-owner of Global Center for Creative Learning LLC.

A lifelong educator and strategist, Hazel brings more than three decades of experience in training delivery, grant consulting, and organizational development. She holds a BS in Counselor Education, an MS in Individual and Family Development, and national certification as a Family Life Educator. She’s also certified in MBTI, diversity training, grant writing, and as a Master Trainer in Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).

Hazel is known for her clarity, candor, and commitment to helping organizations build internal capacity so they can stop relying on outsourcing—and start thriving with systems.

📞 Connect with Hazel
Email: hazel@parkerinstitute.com
Phone: (803) 614-0932 (Text first for best response)

💬 Memorable Quotes
“Don’t chase money. The grant should fit your mission as-is.”
“Funders want a clear, compelling story—not random details.”
“If you’re not grant ready, a short deadline will expose that fast.”
“Your budget needs to tell the same story as your proposal.”
“You don’t need to pay a writer every time. Build your internal capacity.”

⏳ Episode Highlights
-The three traits of a grant-ready business
-How to find grants specifically for for-profits
-Why you need a “boilerplate” grant package before the deadline

Stay Connected with Dr. Raymona

• Founder/CEO, The Systems Boutique

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• Instagram:@DrRaymonaHLawrence

• Assistant Contact Info: Whitney Hoefer – hello@whitneyhoefer.com (Please CC on all correspondence)

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In this episode, Dr. Raymona is joined by Coach Geo Derice—international speaker, best-selling author, and book coach inside The Systems Boutique. With over 80 books under his belt as a consultant, Coach Geo knows what it takes to help thought leaders, speakers, and coaches turn their expertise into impactful books that open doors and fuel business growth.

Whether you’re writing your first book or your fifth, Coach Geo walks you through how to narrow your message, choose the right book format, and use your book as an “employee” that works for your brand long after it’s published.

This episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs, course creators, and consultants ready to finally write the book that builds their authority—and their bottom line.

🌟 What You’ll Learn
1.The strategic first decision to make before writing a single word
2.Why less content (with more clarity) is more powerful in a book
3.How to choose your most marketable message—without boxing yourself in
4.Three book formats that work best for coaches and creators
5.Why your book should have a “job description” before you start writing
6.How to use your book to get on podcasts, into media, and in front of dream clients

🎙 Meet Our Guest: Coach Geo Derice
Geo Derice is an international speaker, owner of 20/20 Living Inc., and best-selling author of “The Thirst Is Real.” His work has been featured in the Huffington Post, News One, ABC, BET, and more.

As a book coach, business consultant, and CEO, Geo has helped over 80 people self-publish their books through his signature program First Book Done. His engaging and practical teaching style blends humor, storytelling, and strategy to make writing a book feel achievable—and profitable.

Based in Brooklyn, New York, Geo lives with his family and continues to inspire audiences around the globe to turn their dreams into purpose-driven reality.


💬 Memorable Quotes
“The expert isn’t the one who knows the most—it’s the one who solves the problem fastest.”
“Your book should be your employee, not just a product.”
“You don’t have to reinvent the wheel. You just need to add your spin to it.”
“Start with the date, then build the system backwards.”

⏳ Episode Highlights
- The power of frameworks and processes in writing an expert book
- Why you don’t need to be unique—you need to be relevant
- A breakdown of the “pre-launch, launch, and post-launch” book strategy
- How to position your book as a master key to open business doors
- Why impact—not ego—should drive your book’s purpose

🎯 Chapters
Before You Write: The Strategic Starting Point

Narrowing Your Message Without Losing Your Voice

Book Formats for Coaches, Speakers, and Course Creators

Planning the Launch Like a Pro

Writing a Book That Opens Doors

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Stay Connected with Dr. Raymona

• Founder/CEO, The Systems Boutique

Want Personalized Help?
Book a Systems Style Strategy Call to get a customized plan for your business: Book Here

•The Systems Boutique’s Website (for general info and to book a discovery call):The Systems Boutique

• Instagram:@DrRaymonaHLawrence

• Assistant Contact Info: Whitney Hoefer – hello@whitneyhoefer.com (Please CC on all correspondence)

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