In this episode of South Cobb Live, host Elise White interviews Keisha Jacobs, the founder of Great Vibes Events, LLC, an event planning company based in Smyrna, Georgia. Keisha discusses her background as a teacher and her passion for creating unique, interactive experiences that bring people together. She highlights her focus on youth events, especially for middle and high school students, and her annual back-to-school event that encourages youth entrepreneurship. Keisha also shares her commitment to communication and personalization in her event planning services, using music as a key element to enhance the atmosphere. The episode concludes with a fun 'South Cobb Spotlight Sprint' where Keisha associates songs with different themes.

Meet Our Guest Keisha Jacobs - Event Planner & Teacher

• Owner of Great Vibes Events LLC
• Teacher by day, event planner by passion
• Specializes in 6th-12th grade youth events
• Tagline: "Come Vibe With Us"

Key Topics Discussed

• The Journey: From teacher to event planner
• Youth Focus: Creating events for middle and high school students
• Annual Back to School Event: Featuring youth entrepreneurs as vendors
• Kidpreneurs: Supporting young entrepreneurs and teaching business skills
• Communication Style: Believes in over-communication with clients
• Music & Vibes: Using music to elevate every event experience

Signature Services

• Youth-focused events (6th-12th grade)
• Wedding planning
• Brand launches
• Milestone celebrations
• Interactive experiences that bring people together

Fun Facts

• Setup Song: "The Sweetest Taboo" by Sade
• Music Philosophy: Always incorporates music to create the perfect vibe
• Atlanta Native: Loves So So Def, Kilo Kilo, and 90s/2000s R&B

Connect with Great Vibes Events

• Website: greatvibeseventsllc.com
• Instagram: @greatvibesevents22
• Facebook: Great Vibes Events LLC

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🎯 Episode Summary

Host Elise White welcomes Terry Graham, founder of Legacy Builders Wealth Management (South Cobb, GA), for an inspiring conversation about retirement planning and generational wealth.

🔥 Key Takeaways

💡 Start Early: "A common myth is that they can wait...oh, I'm too young to plan for retirement." - Terry Graham

💡 Financial Wellness: "Financial is a self-care. It is a form of wellness."

💡 Keep It Simple: Terry breaks down complex concepts into easy "Barney style" presentations.

⏰ Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction 00:36 - Terry's mission with Legacy Builders 01:38 - Debunking retirement myths 03:27 - Personal stories shaping his career 05:52 - Financial planning as wellness 06:33 - Simplifying financial decisions 08:42 - Building Legacy Builders 10:41 - Financial education importance 13:56 - South Cobb Spotlight Sprint 15:40 - Contact info & events

📚 What You'll Learn

✅ Why waiting to plan retirement is a myth ✅ How to build generational wealth ✅ Simple retirement readiness questions ✅ Real client transformation stories ✅ Financial planning as self-care

🎓 Action Steps

1. Start retirement planning TODAY
2. Ask: "Do I have a pension?"
3. Think generationally
4. Attend educational webinars
5. Review plans regularly

📅 Events

Weekly Webinars:

• Wednesdays: Stock Market Alternatives
• 3rd Saturday: Retirement Planning & Annuities Search "Legacy Builders" on Eventbrite

🔗 Connect

Website: legacybuilders.us Social: LinkedIn & Facebook - Legacy Builders Wealth Management

💬 Join the Conversation

What's your biggest retirement planning question? Comment below!

Hashtags: #LegacyBuilders #SouthCobbLIVE #FinancialEmpowerment #RetirementPlanning #GenerationalWealth

South Cobb Live + Gary Hill Network

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Episode Overview

Host Elise White interviews Gary Hill, founder of the Gary Hill Network and owner of the Smyrna Guide. Discussion focuses on proactive sales approaches, community building, and forging authentic connections for local business success.

Guest Profile

Gary Hill has anchored Smyrna, Georgia's business community since 1982. Through the Gary Hill Network and Smyrna Guide, he's built extensive local business networks via print advertising and personal relationship building, emphasizing community engagement and mutual support.

Key Topics

Sales Initiation: Success requires proactive engagement rather than waiting for opportunities.

Print Advertising Value: Despite digital dominance, print materials, business cards, and tangible marketing remain essential for visibility and community presence.

Spiritual Foundation: Gary's spiritual experiences guide his business philosophy, viewing his work as a calling rather than just career.

Community-Centered Networking: Building genuine friendships within business networks, focusing on mutual support over self-interest.

Life Integration: Seamless integration of business and personal life, with networking central to identity and purpose.

Notable Quotes

"Sales is about initiation. It's not about sitting around waiting on something to happen."

"Networking is about promoting each other. It's about getting people focused on somebody besides themselves."

"My life is the Smyrna Guide one. They're all the same thing."

Actionable Takeaways

New Businesses: Start with door-to-door networking and one-to-one relationship building. Focus on initiating conversations rather than waiting.

Established Businesses: Maintain consistent visibility through print and personal presence. Actively promote network partners for reciprocal relationships.

Community Building: Create mutual support systems among local businesses. Use print advertising for lasting presence and show up consistently.

Key Insights

Gary's decades-long business relationships demonstrate networking's long-term value. Traditional methods like print advertising and face-to-face interactions remain effective in our digital age. Integrating spiritual principles into business practices can positively influence success, while supporting community members ultimately benefits everyone.

Episode Highlights

• Gary's origin story collecting business cards at Dunkin' Donuts
• Spiritual calling's role in business decisions
• Long-standing partnership examples
• Advice for establishing local presence
• Importance of community visibility

South Cobb Live features community-focused conversations with local leaders and entrepreneurs making neighborhood differences.