Uplift! Inspiring Stories to Uplift the World

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Uplift: Inspiring Stories to Uplift the World is a show (podcast & videocast) that transcends cultures and borders to bring you the most heartwarming, uplifting, and inspiring stories from around the globe. This show was born in the mind of Sascha Gorokhoff https://saschagorokhoff.com who was born with a rare health condition that should have left him paralyzed from the waist down, mentally challenged, and dead before the age of 7 years old. He went on to become an inspirational speaker, lover of life, human design development expert, leadership expert, and so much more. He did everything the medical community told him cannot be done and is also a published author.

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Tuesday Oct 01, 2024

S5E48 RG Enzon Unveils her Experience as an LGBTQ member in the Navy

Tuesday Oct 01, 2024

RG Enzon Unveils her Experience as an LGBTQ member in the Navy

Experience the captivating story of RG Enzon (RG stands for Rona Gill), who moved from the Philippines to the United States, seeking opportunities for a better life and structure through military service in the Navy. She candidly shares her journey of coming out as a lesbian and soul-searching identity within the military environment. Listen in as RG explains her entrepreneurial journey helping small businesses with their SEO, showcasing her commitment to collaboration and long-term relationship-building for fruitful business. This episode celebrates diversity, ambition, and the pursuit of a deeper purpose.

What you’ll learn

Discover the unique challenges and benefits of joining the Navy as an immigrant.
Learn how to leverage personal networks for successful business ventures.
Explore the journey of LGBTQ identity within the military context.
Explore the complexities of LGBTQ representation and acceptance within military environments.
Understand the balance between professional networks and personal connections in entrepreneurship.
Discover how pursuing military service can reframe personal identity and opportunities.

Timestamped overview

RG's background from the Philippines. (00:00:29)
Joined the US Navy for purpose and direction. (00:01:08)
Family support during her coming out experience. (00:06:27)
RG's early realization of being a lesbian. (00:05:49)
Discussing gender identity. (00:08:17)
Potential challenges of being a transgender in the military. (00:11:06)
Mental health concerns for individuals considering transitioning their gender. (00:13:14)
Unique challenges of military structure and inclusivity. (00:15:44)
RG's side hustle in digital marketing. (00:20:45)
Employing trusted friends for business growth. (00:22:26)
Focus on long-term business relationships and knowledge sharing. (00:25:07)

RG Enzon's short bio

RG Enzon is an active-duty Sailor, investor, business owner, and most importantly, a mentor to the military and local community of San Diego. RG owns Enzon Media - a marketing and software company focusing on helping local businesses implement and integrate digital marketing tools into their brick-and-mortar business to scale their organic growth without hiring expensive in-house developers.