Life & Passion with Cheryl Jacobs Serial Entrepreneur

LP&B 75 Cheryl Jacobs Serial Entrepreneur

PUBLISHED MAY 20, 2020

My guest on today’s programme is the Serial Entrepreneur Cheryl Jacobs.

Elite Flight Club

Looking at her life, you could say she is currently at the top of her game, but then who said there was a top. We only reach a ceiling in life when we decide we have, and I cannot see Cheryl choosing to stop any time soon.

Like many high achievers, the journey has a humble beginning. 

Cheryl was born and raised in Ohio, her father worked in a factory, and her mother was a secretary. She was one of three siblings growing up in an impoverished part of town. They had a simple life, played outside most of the time, no internet, no cell phones. One never asks the age of a lady, but to be growing up before the internet does set a place in time.

At 18, she married her high school sweetheart, and by 19 they had two children but now living in poverty. The new family relied on charity for groceries and hitchhiking to travel to work or nursery.

Young love works, or it does not, and poverty does not support it. The relationship with her husband did not last, and he became an ex-husband and an abusive alcoholic.

The Break that made the Difference. 

Cheryl was blessed with good looks and always looked after her appearance. The big break came when a modelling agency discovered her and she selected by two agencies, one in New York City and another Los Angeles.

It was these contracts gave her the resources and security to move on in life. However, the universe had plans, both her mother and grandmother became ill and died within months of each other.

Now on her own with a young family, depression became that ever-present and unwelcome friend. But it was the words of her mother that pulled her through and kept her going.

“You’re smart enough and strong enough to stand on your own two feet.”

Somehow she found the resources and motivation to start her first business, a modelling and talent agency.

Cheryl Jacobs Serial Entrepreneur 

Today she runs ten successful businesses, which includes a children’s party franchise, with 300 character costumes, 70+ employees. Pre lockdown they were operating nearly 100 parties a month. Her tenth project is the Elite Flight Club a private jet hire and pilot service.

She is a firm believer in fitness and health; not every grandmother looks like she does as I said before there is and will be no stopping of Cheryl Jacobs.

Her big mission is to help people get out of their way to be successful. She has written five books and speaks on the subject around the world.

I hope you enjoy the conversation with Cheryl Jacobs

If you would like to get in touch with Cheryl, you can find her on Facebook and Instagram

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Best New Kids' Books for Summer Reading: Age-by-Age Lists for Preschoolers to Teens

Mandatory summer reading lists can be a bit of a drag in normal years, but let's face it: We all need ideas for great new kids' books now more than ever. With distance learning petering out, camp in question, and many kids stuck at home, it's the perfect time for kids to get lost in a book (or five). So we polled librarians, parents, and publishers for their top summer reading picks, and came up with 30 exciting new books published in 2020 to suit various age groups, including preschoolers, early readers, middle schoolers, and high schoolers.

When they're not escaping to lands of unicorns, purple people, a volcanic village, or the Hunger Games, kids can busy themselves with hundreds of boredom busters in our Stay-at-Home Guide for Summer.

Summer Reading Books for Ages 3-5

1. The World Needs More Purple People by Kristen Bell, Benjamin Hart; illustrated by Daniel Wiseman
Actress (and mom) Kristen Bell is behind this book about the "purple people" who look out for others, speak up for what's right, and make people around them feel good.

2. Where Do Speedboats Sleep At Night? by Brianna Caplan Sayres; illustrated by Christian Slade
Little transportation junkies who loved Where Do Diggers Sleep at Night? will be psyched to find out what cruise ships, canoes, fishing boats, and more do before getting docked at night.

3. Tomorrow I'll Be Kind by Jessica Hische
Enjoy beautiful hand-lettered inspirational messages and illustrations in this tender follow up to Tomorrow I'll Be Brave.

4. It's Okay To Be a Unicorn! by Jason Tharp
Cornelius J. Sparklesteed pretends to be a horse―until he learns to embrace his true self.

5. Be You! by Peter H. Reynolds
The Dot creator's newest book encourages readers to be their "own work of art."

6. Together We Grow by Susan Vaught; illustrated by Kelly Murphy
Animals teach us there "room for all" in the wake of a terrible storm in a gentle tale for our times.

7. Llama Unleashes the Alpacalypse by Jonathan Stutzman; illustrated by Heather Fox
In the second installment of this smart and goofy series, Llama clones a fastidious friend to help him clean his house.

8. The Ocean in Your Bathtub by Seth Fishman and Isabel Greenberg
Whimsical and detailed illustrations help kids understand the connection between the water in their homes and the health of the ocean.

Summer Reading Books for Ages 6-8

9. Our Friend Hedgehog by Lauren Castillo
A hedgehog recruits new friends to help him find a lost lovey in a sweet tale by Caldecott-winner Castillo.

10. I Believe I Can by Grace Byers; illustrated by Keturah Bobo
These poignant, yet simply told, messages about kids achieving no matter their backgrounds are thought-provoking for early readers.

11. Lift by Minh Le; illustrated by Dan Santat
Gorgeous illustrations "elevate" this captivating tale about a child dealing with a new sibling and the discovery of a secret elevator.

12. Lily to the Rescue by W. Bruce Cameron; illustrated by Jennifer L. Meyer
This new first chapter book series by A Dog's Purpose creator centers on a rescue dog who goes on to rescue other animals.

13. Wood, Wire, Wings: Emma Lilian Todd Invents an Airplane by Kirsten W. Larson; illustrated by Tracy Subisak
This illustrated biography tells the little-known story of pioneering female engineer Todd, who designed early airplanes.

14. The Boy Who Grew Dragons by Andy Shepherd; illustrated by Sara Ogilvie
Fantasy meets humor in this beginner's chapter book about a boy who discovers dragons in his grandfather's garden.

15. Charlie & Mouse Outdoors by Laurel Snyder; illustrated by Emily Hughes
In the fourth installment of this fun and friendly beginner's chapter book series, readers follow the brothers as they go camping with their parents.

16. Dragon Masters Book 15: Future of the Time Dragon by Tracey West; illustrated by Daniel Griffo
The latest in the wildly popular easy chapter book series explores the notion of time in more exciting adventures for Drake, Rori, and their dragon friends.

Summer Reading Books for Ages 9-12

17. On the Horizon by Lois Lowry; illustrated by Kenard Pak
The legendary author draws on her childhood memories for these side-by-side stories of people whose lives were forever changed by the events at Pearl Harbor and Hiroshima.

18. If We Were Giants by Dave Matthews, Clete Barrett Smith; illustrated by Antonio Javier Caparo
Is this the same Dave Matthews who was "Under the Table and Dreaming" during our teen years? Yes—and this fantastical tale of a girl who lives in a dormant volcano is getting rave reviews.

19. The One and Only Bob by Katherine Applegate; illustrated by Patricia Castelao
Applegate delivers another exciting and utterly charming story about the life and minds of animals in this sequel to her beloved The One and Only Ivan (a widely taught book that's been remade as a movie set to release later this year).

20. Ways to Make Sunshine by Renee Watson; illustrated by Nina Mata
Ramona Quimby for a new generation, Ryan Hart is dealing with some family issues (money is tight), but she makes the most of it with an upbeat spirit and clever ideas. Watson is a Newbery Honor and Coretta Scott King Author Award winner.

21. The Space Between Lost and Found by Sandy Stark-Mcginnis
When her vibrant mom is diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's, Cassie comes up with creative ideas to connect with her in this touching book.

22. Bloom: The Overthrow by Kenneth Oppel
Three kids who are immune to the toxic plants that overtake their world become heroes in this thrilling book, the first in a sci-fi trilogy.

23. Literally: Amazing Words and Where They Come From by Patrick Skipworth; illustrated by Nicholas Stevenson
This entertaining vocabulary builder will have your kid teaching you the etymology of words during dinnertime.

Summer Reading Books for Teens

24. The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins
Of course, this is the book teens will be talking about this summer. Coriolanus Snow learns empathy when tasked with mentoring a young tribute in the 10th annual Hunger Games.

25. Deeplight by Frances Hardinge
Mythology meets medicine: A 15-year-old discovers the still-beating heart of a dormant deity and tries to use it to save a friend while struggling to keep it away from smugglers and scientists.

26. Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo
When their father dies in a plane crash, two girls living in different countries learn of each other's existence in this poignant story by National Book Award winner Acevedo.

27. Dragon Hoops by Gene Luen Yang
In this entertaining memoir, written in graphic-novel form, Yang connects with the basketball stars at the high school where he teaches.

28. Midnight Sun by Stephenie Meyer
YA's most iconic love story—between Twilight's Edward and Bella, natch—is told from the vampire's point of view.

29. Parachutes by Kelly Yang
Yang tells the story of two wealthy Asian girls who are sent—"parachuted in"—to American homes to study in the United States.

30. Rad American History A-Z: Movements and Moments That Demonstrate the Power of People by Kate Schatz; illustrated by Miriam Klein Stahl
Rad Women authors introduce teens to activist movements throughout history, from Alcatraz to Zuccotti Park.

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50 Indoor Activities for Kids on a Rainy Day

When rain or cold weather—or a pandemic—keeps kids inside, it can be hard to keep everyone entertained. But, staying at home can be lots of fun if you're armed with the right indoor activities. 

Below, we've rounded up 50 indoor, boredom-busting games, crafts, and other things to do with kids to turn a rainy day into a memorable one. 

1. Bake without losing your sanity.

2. Whip up a batch of slime and challenge your young scientist to define its state of matter.

3. Let the kids raid your closet and put on a fashion show.

4. Cuddle up with a pile of books.

5. Build, create, and invent with STEM-inspired toys.

6. Play "Simon Says" or "Follow the Leader."

7. Create colorful salt paintings.

8. Gather the family to enjoy a story podcast.

9. Make instruments; then, lead a marching band parade through the living room.

10. Burn some energy with one of these 25 indoor exercise games.

11. Pop some kernels and watch a classic movie. We've got 50 family-friendly picks!

12. Try these imaginative DIY sensory games for the babies and tots.

13. Write letters (on actual paper with pens and pencils) to out-of-town relatives or friends.

14. Bake a mug cake.

15. Play a game of freeze dance using a playlist inspired by these kindie bands.

16. Do anything that involves bubble wrap.

17. Buy pre-made frosting (and even cupcakes) and set up a cupcake decorating station with whatever candies, nuts, and sprinkles you have on hand.

18. Blow up some balloons, toss 'em in the air, and don't let them touch the ground, or grab some paddles for balloon tennis.

19. Learn to code.

20. Keep your heart rate up with Wii Fit or Xbox One games.

21. Make a marshmallow catapult and see who can catch the most in their mouth.

22. Try these easy at-home crafts for preschoolers, or whip up a set of fairy wings for more imaginative play.

23. Have a tie-dye party, or opt for an easier tie-dye alternative (with a built-in science lesson!).

24. Embrace your inner Einstein with cool science experiments.

25. Make a watercolor masterpiece.

26. Pull out the building blocks and Legos to create a mini city.

27. Play "I Spy" or "20 Questions."

28. Make paper-bag puppets and put on a show.

29. Craft the easiest bird feeder ever.

30. Become an origami master.

31. Grab some sheets and make a good old-fashioned fort. Perfect for playtime—and naptime!

32. Fill the kitchen sink with bath toys, give them a bottle of soap, and let them have at it.

33. Tackle a challenging puzzle as a family.

34. Play-Doh.

35. Explore NYC—in a book or the whole world with a virtual field trip or tour!

36. Bake simple salt-dough ornaments and then paint them into seasonal designs, such as Easter eggs, or use whatever cookie cutter shapes you have available.

37. Challenge your brood to a game of charades.

38. Then find your voices with a karaoke concert.

39. Make granola bars.

40. Use hallways for classic games like "Red Light, Green Light" and "Leapfrog."

41. Get groovy and make your own lava lamp! 

42. Go bowling at home.

43. Build an indoor obstacle course!

44. Satisfy your sweet tooth and DIY some rock candy. 

45. Get all dressed up and host a fancy tea party (be sure to invite the dolls and stuffed animals).

46. Crack open those activity books you have piled up.

47. Get everyone together for a family scavenger hunt.

48. Grab a deck of cards and teach your kids the simple joys of Rummy, Spit, or Slapjack.

49. Have an indoor "camp out" with sleeping bags, a tent, board games, and s'mores.

50. Hire a virtual character or have them entertain on your lawn. 

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