Career Thrivers: Recent Episodes
with Brittany Cole
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Hello, Thrivers! Today, we're diving headfirst into the world of habits, instincts, and ways to take action. These pillars form the bedrock of success across your career, business, and wellness, and so I wanted to take the time to talk about the importance of trusting your instincts and creating habits that stick.
In this episode, I’m going to reveal the secrets to successful habit-building and guide you through actionable strategies that I've personally embraced. We'll learn from renowned experts, like Tim Grover, who teaches us to trust our preparation and instincts, and James Clear, whose insights on atomic habits are total game-changers. You will discover the power of environment design and habit stacking, as well as practical techniques for crafting habits that align with your goals. We'll also get into identity-based habits and the transformational impact of envisioning the leader you want to become.
If you're looking to supercharge your leadership journey, this episode is your compass. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting, these insights will reshape how you approach habits, instincts, and actions. Don't miss this opportunity to fuel your journey with proven strategies and wisdom. Tune in to this episode and let's thrive together.
KEY POINTS
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Don’t Think, Just Do: Defeat indecision by trusting your instincts
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Common reasons behind our struggle to establish effective habits.
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Design your surroundings to bolster your habit-building journey.
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Fortify your habits by aligning them with the identity you aspire to embody.
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Self-Reflection for habit success: Key questions to ask yourself to build better habits
QUOTABLES
"Habits, instincts, and action are the cornerstones of success across various areas of life." - Brittany Cole
"Consistency and success don't happen by accident; they're built on intentional habits." - Brittany Cole
"The mantra is simple: Trust your preparation, trust your instincts, and take the leap." - Brittany Cole
"Trusting your gut and instincts is a learned skill built on experience and wisdom." - Brittany Cole
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In today's episode, we’re diving into the world of networking and invaluable insights on how to build and nurture meaningful connections that can propel your career to new heights. And there is no better guest to talk about this with than Toni Harris Taylor, award-winning franchise owner of Network in Action Global Partners, famously known as The Networking Queen™!
Toni empowers clients to achieve recognition, connections, and financial success, often reaching six-figure incomes and more. Her impressive resume includes being an intercontinental speaker, eight-time author, and host of the popular TV talk show, “Drastic Results with Toni Harris Taylor Talk Show”. Toni's recent project, "Viral Networking for Drastic Results," became an Amazon international bestseller, and her philanthropic efforts have garnered recognition, including the 2022 Power Networker of the Year Award by Dr. George C. Fraser.
Join in on the conversation as we tackle some of the most critical aspects of networking, from the power of LinkedIn to the vital role of personal branding. Toni also shares her tried-and-true "show up, be up, follow up to blow up" formula for networking success, the power of active listening, and simple but impactful questions you can ask that will bolster connections and provide genuine value in your networking events.
Whether you're a seasoned business pro or an entrepreneur, this episode offers actionable insights to help you navigate the networking landscape and open doors to new opportunities.
KEY POINTS:
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Toni’s "show up, be up, follow up to blow up" formula for networking success
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Common networking challenges we face
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The value of showing up at events and actively participating in conversations
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The critical role of social media, especially LinkedIn, in maintaining and cultivating relationships
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Strategies for reconnecting with contacts after some time has passed
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The significance of personal branding and image in career advancement
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The 90/10 rule of career advancement: image and exposure vs. performance
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Powerful questions that will strengthen connections and provide value
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The importance of embracing discomfort and stepping out of your comfort zone when networking
QUOTABLES:
"Networking is just like planting a seed. And then the being up and following up is your water and your fertilizer. It’s not going to grow unless you tend to it." - Toni Harris Taylor
"90% of career advancement is image and exposure." - Brittany Cole
“Be mad at the world, but it's not about what you know; it's about who you know, and who knows you, period." - Toni Harris Taylor
GUEST INFORMATION
Toni Harris Taylor
IG | @toniharristaylor
LinkedIn | @toniharristaylor
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Welcome back Thrivers! In this episode, I talk about one of the most underleveraged yet crucial skills that leaders must have, and that’s the art of owning your narrative and harnessing the remarkable influence of public speaking. Your life experiences, highs, lows, and lessons shape your personal stories, and they ultimately impact your personal and professional trajectories - that is why in this episode, we’re about to explore the unparalleled power of owning your narrative and becoming a public speaking sensation.
I’m going to show you just how potent the power of storytelling can be within the corporate and entrepreneurial landscape by taking you through my own journey harnessing this very power in both my workplace and my business. I’m also going to touch on defying external opinions and firmly anchoring yourself in your personal voice and influence, as well as how to navigate the art of crafting a visionary trajectory that is woven into the fabric of your identity.
Tune in to not only understand the transformative power of these concepts but also to glean practical insights on how to wield them effectively. Your narrative is your compass, and your voice is your instrument - discover how to make them resonate powerfully in this episode.
KEY POINTS
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The pivotal moment when I embraced and controlled my personal narrative.
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Cloudy Clarity, how to realistically identify your vision and create a path toward it, even when you’re uncertain!
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Reshaping external perceptions by understanding your own identity.
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Forget hard work and great performance, harness the influential tool of career storytelling.
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My biggest secrets and tips on public speaking and owning your narrative
QUOTABLES
‘I am in the room because I belong here. I belong where my feet are, and I have something valuable to contribute. Lean into that affirmation and let it encourage you to use your voice to speak up.” - Brittany Cole
“Brand is belief. The definition of a personal brand is what other people believe about you.” - Brittany Cole
“One of the biggest missed opportunities, especially for women in the workplace, is we expect that the key to advancement is hard work and great performance.” Brittany Cole
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Hey Thrivers! Today, we are not just marking an anniversary; we are throwing a celebration! This is a special bonus episode dedicated to celebrating four incredible years of my entrepreneurial voyage. Can you believe it? It's been four years since I took that leap of faith and said goodbye to the corporate world on, August 19th, 2019. Since then, I've been on an exhilarating voyage into the wild, wild west of entrepreneurship and in this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain to give you an unfiltered, no-holds-barred look at what it truly means to be an entrepreneur.
I'm not holding back, Thrivers. I'm taking you on a journey into the depths of my entrepreneurial story, so brace yourselves – because I'm sharing things that have never seen the light of day. From my innermost thoughts that shaped my path to private conversations with mentors, sponsors, and wise counselors who've guided me along the way. This is a rare peek behind the curtain, a chance to see the real story behind the milestones. Whether you're a fellow entrepreneur, a corporate leader, or simply someone curious about what it takes to make it as a business owner, you're in for an unforgettable ride.
KEY POINTS:
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My corporate journey before I became an entrepreneur
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The crossroads moment that kickstarted my entrepreneurial journey
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Timing is important, but so is preparedness
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Your corporate experience is gold; how to leverage your corporate skills as an entrepreneur
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Staying resilient and open-minded when facing roadblock as an entrepreneur
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Forget your competition and master collaboration
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Never stop learning; the biggest room for our house is the room for improvement
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The often-overlooked pillar of entrepreneurship: How health is truly wealth
QUOTABLES:
“Don't underestimate the power in your corporate experience, and be very intentional about considering how do you advance those skills.” Brittany Cole
“Lessons to be learned in this entrepreneurial space aren't just for entrepreneurs but it's also in recognition of many entrepreneurs still have a 9-5, and as a people leader, we have an opportunity to be a better leader of our side hustling entrepreneurs.” - Brittany Cole
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Today, we’re diving into a topic that impacts not just our work, but our well-being. We will be exploring the intersection of mental health and leadership, especially for Black professionals in the workplace.
Our annual summit, Advancing Black Professionals, is more than a celebration of black history; it's a platform to honor today's leaders shaping history. This summit featured an exceptional panel including Dr. Alduan Tarttt, Dr. Raquel Martin, Eric Capeheart, and Kirbee Miller, discussing how to overcome stress and burnout for effective leadership and holistic well-being.
You’ll be uncovering invaluable insights on how to excel in your career while prioritizing your mental health. Join us for an enriching conversation on why understanding mental health is crucial for leaders, and how black professionals can embrace intentional self-care to thrive both professionally and personally.
KEY POINTS
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Bridging mental health gaps for Black professionals
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How can we lead and nurture beyond work?
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Strengthening mental health insights & acumen in leadership
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Mindful self-care and self-nourishment for Black professionals at work
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Balancing wellness & career expectations thoughtfully
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Ways to prioritize mental health in the workplace
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Coping strategies for allostatic workloads
QUOTABLES
"You cannot care about people and productivity if you do not care about their mental health." - Dr. Alduan Tartt
"Nourishing yourself really just starts with getting really curious and peeling back the shame." - Kirbee Miller
- "Expose yourself to mentors and others who have achieved what you want to achieve." - Dr. Raquel Martin
GUEST INFORMATION
Dr. Raquel Martin
Website | https://www.raquelmartinphd.com/
IG | https://www.instagram.com/raquelmartinphd/?hl=en
Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/in/raquelmartinphd/
Kirbee Miller
IG | https://www.instagram.com/kirbeeandco/?hl=en
Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirbee-miller/
Dr. Alduan Tartt
Website | https://www.drtartt.com/
Contact | 770-637-5017
IG | https://www.instagram.com/drtartt/?hl=en
Eric Capeheart
Website | https://ericcapehartcoaching.com/
IG | https://www.instagram.com/ericdcapehart/
Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericcapehart/
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Hello, Thrivers! Today, we’re going to discuss a topic that unfortunately gets widely overlooked whenever we talk about leadership and getting to the next level in your career, that is focusing on your strengths as a leader.
In this episode, I’m going to share the unique VISA framework that helped me identify & understand my own strengths and allowed me to fully operate from my zone of genius as a leader. I will also be sharing some actionable tools on how to lean into your strengths and leverage their power, as well as how to help your team not only identify their own strengths but position themselves for more growth and opportunities.
It’s time to discover your unique strengths and lean into them so that you can become the leader that your team and business need. Join me in this episode to find out how!
KEY POINTS
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What is a strength?
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Using the VISA framework to understand your strengths
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The importance of recognizing your strengths
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Ways to identify your strengths
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How to lean into your strengths and leverage them as a leader
QUOTABLES
“Your role isn't just to use your strengths but to also help your team members to identify and leverage their strengths.” - Brittany Cole
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Welcome back Thrivers! We’re back from a pretty long hiatus with the Career Thrivers Podcast, but as I always say, moments of silence and pauses can also bring opportunities for reflection & growth. And in this episode, I’m going to share what I’ve been up to during this hiatus and the key insights I’ve gained that have really inspired this season’s overall theme.
We are going to take a deep dive into the theme that will guide us throughout this season, and the steps you need to take in order to own your personal power and thrive in both your life and your career. I cannot wait to kick this new season off with you - welcome back to the Career Thrivers podcast!
KEY POINTS
- What Season 3 of Career Thrivers is all about
- Indra Nooyi’s visionary approach in the transformation of PepsiCo
- What it means to own your personal power
- How to take ownership of your career and leadership
- Two ways to own your power and thrive in your career
QUOTABLES
“Every experience that includes the pauses, most silent moments, every hiatus, it presents an opportunity for continuous improvement.” - Brittany Cole
“Remember, with ownership also comes accountability. And holding ourselves accountable for decisions really strengthens the trust, credibility, and instincts that help us to have effective decision making.” - Brittany Cole
“We can treat the challenges as stepping stones, or we can treat them as stumbling blocks. The choice is ours.” - Brittany Cole
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We’re back Thrivers! I hope you’ve been flourishing and thriving during this hiatus, and I’m so excited to be back and kick Season 3 of the Career Thrivers podcast with you.
We’ve spent a lot of time listening to your feedback, requests, challenges, and hopes, and that is why in this season, we are going explore everything there is to do with owning your power in your life and career.
Get ready to uncover all the gems and learn all the tools you need to thrive in your career and own your personal power. We'll be diving into how to harness your unique strengths, leverage opportunities to overcome challenges, and explore fresh & inspiring perspectives on leadership, career growth, cultivating an inclusive organization and so much more.
I’m so excited to be back, and I’ll see you in Season 3 of the Career Thrivers podcast!
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In this episode of Career Thrivers, we speak with Eric Cox, Director of Training Operations at American Addiction Centers. He is also the Founder and Executive Director of the nonprofit Community Soup Nashville. In January 2020, Eric published Sign Up!: 10 Interactive Lessons To Take Your Goals From The Starting Line To Across The Finish Line.
A native Nashvillian, Eric grew up in a predominately Black community in the North Nashville area. His drive to succeed led him to start his own business after graduating from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville in 2009. Unfortunately, all he built up to that point was taken away, practically overnight, when the 1,000-year floods struck Tennessee in May 2010.
Losing everything and being in “the pits of pain” was a defining moment that only served to strengthen Eric’s resolve, and ten years later, he had completely reinvented himself after “siphoning the pain” into an empowering drive to succeed.
Listen in as Eric shares how he developed a response to life’s challenges that motivates him to keep moving forward, practical steps to creating a vision for your life, why it pays to WAIT (Work Actively In Transition) amid adversity, how to be a more emotionally mature leader in the workplace, and the four pillars to signing up for your life.
Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:
● Eric’s inspiring journey from living in poverty to becoming an empowerment coach
● How to keep moving forward when it all seems hopeless
● Creating a vision for your life
● The seven main areas to give intention and energy toward for a balanced life
● Staying motivated to work toward your vision for your life in spite of setbacks and losses
● Managing emotions, particularly in a professional setting
● How leaders can be more inclusive in the workplace
● What it means to sign up for your life
● What being a thriver means to Eric
Memorable Quotes:
“One of the things about a seed is, prior to ever-growing, it has to be buried and it has to experience a very intentional season of loneliness. It’s a space and a place where it’s just you and God, and that’s it. It’s dark and it’s cold and you can’t see your way out and you’re just trusting some other source to take care of you.”
“It really was from the pits of pain that I was able to siphon the pain into something that was powerful and empowering.”
“Every person is met with challenges every day. The variables are your understanding of those challenges and your response to that outward stimuli.”
“Scarcity breeds competition.”
“Whatever I chase today, my question is not about, ‘How can I serve Eric?’ but, ‘How can Eric serve the world?’”
“If your outcomes are not favorable, then we term them as ‘problems’ and that impacts your thinking.”
Connect with Eric on LinkedIn and find his book Sign Up! On EricLCox.com.
In this episode of Career Thrivers, we speak with Kelly D. Parker, a marketing professional, consultant, and confidence coach that teaches professionals, entrepreneurs, and speakers the keys to effective communication.
As a professional speaker, Kelly has had 15 years of experience presenting at colleges, churches, and corporations. She has leveraged her communication skills to garner support for key business initiatives and influence C-level executives and has worked with prestigious global powerhouses such as Sherwin-Williams, Cleveland Clinic, and American Greetings.
Listen in as Kelly shares how she made the transition from a corporate employee to business owner and highly-sought-after speaker and coach, how she achieves work-life synergy, her tips for becoming a better communicator whether onstage or at work, and why it’s time to stop apologizing for yourself.
Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:
● Kelly’s backstory
● How Kelly navigates being a wife, mom of three, and business owner
● Building your confidence as a speaker
● Improving your communication skills as a professional
● Why you shouldn’t second-guess your impulse to share your thoughts
● One thing that has surprised Kelly after working with countless speakers
● How leaders can be more inclusive in the workplace
● What being a thriver means to Kelly
Memorable Quotes:
“I think there’s that moment that we all come to when we work in corporate or for someone elsewhere we realize, ‘This isn’t my house.’”
“When you take that role, think about what you’re going to get out; but you better be thinking about what you’re going to have to put in, because some of these folks want everything—they want all of you. You have to sit with yourself before you sign on the dotted line to understand, ‘Is that what I’m willing to give? Is that going to fulfill me, holistically?’”
“Good communication is not about perfection; it’s about connection.”
“Speaking is leading. If you plan to be an effective leader, you better be a good speaker—you better be a good communicator.”
“Your life is a manifestation of what you’ve been rehearsing.”
“Look at the track record of all the things that you accomplished in your life, of all the different milestones that you have had, and understand that whenever you show up, you elevate the room. So, it is the room’s privilege to hear what you have to say. Why are you withholding off of some imaginary stuff? Why don’t you go ahead and bless the room with what you have to say and let the chips fall wherever they may? Amen!”
Connect with Kelly on Instagram or LinkedIn.
In this episode of Career Thrivers, Brittany Cole speaks with Nikki Gibson, Nashville Site Director/HR Consultant & The North America Regional Pride Lead at Dell Technologies.
Our last three episodes dove deep into the first three letters of our word for 2021, BOLD: Belief, Ownership, and Leadership. Today, we discuss the four and final letter: Discipline.
When we consider what it means to transform not only the culture but also the infrastructure of an organization to be more equitable, discipline is a skill that doesn’t often get discussed. We tend to get so caught up in big-picture ideals while spending much less time on the day-to-day steps to actually making those ideals a reality.
Discipline is the practice of educating and training ourselves to adhere to a code of behavior when an alternative is more comfortable. The work of diversity, equity, and inclusion, at the end of the day, boils down to moving beyond what’s comfortable toward a prescribed action. For leaders of an organization, this means giving our employees the education and resources as well as the accountability to change their behavior on a company-wide scale.
Listen in as our guest Nikki shares her perspective on living authentically, bringing your full self to work, and how leaders can use their power for good in the workplace.
Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:
● Three ways to develop discipline
● Developing thick skin to embrace what sets you apart
● Why authenticity allows you to bring your full self to work
● The importance of finding your tribe
● Bringing your full self to work while maintaining boundaries around your values
● How organizations can educate their employees to embrace authenticity
● Creating workplaces where employees feel they can be 100% engaged
● How leaders can be more inclusive in the workplace
● What being a thriver means to Nikki
Memorable Quotes:
“You have to really be careful about who you let in close to you, how to focus on what’s important in your life, and take control without expecting others to do it for you.”
“Relationships are the foundation for everything. It’s the core of everything.”
“If you cannot be authentic and be your true self, you leave a portion of yourself out of work. If you can’t bring your whole self, you can’t be 100% engaged, you can’t be 100% creative, you can’t be innovative, and you can’t live your passion. If you can’t live your passion at work, then you need to find something else because you’re not going to be successful.”
“No matter what the company is, you’re in the people business.”
“Companies need boundaries to manage behaviors and ensure that team members are respectful and working within the company values. But boundaries are also important for creating a work environment where everyone can be successful and win the right way.”
“We have to stop thinking about having a seat at the table. That cannot be your goal. What needs to be your goal is what you’re going to do once you get there.”
Connect with Nikki on LinkedIn.
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Join us for a conversation on all things leadership development with Krystal Clark, Director of Employee Learning and Organizational Effectiveness at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN. In 2020, Krystal established Equip To Thrive, LLC to offer compassionate personal and professional development opportunities for “talented and imperfect” people.
Krystal began her professional life upon moving to Durham, NC, where she served as the Program Coordinator for Fraternity & Sorority Life at Duke University, with the goal of ushering in greater acceptance of diversity and inclusion. In 2011, Krystal moved to Nashville to take on her first role at Vanderbilt, Associate Director of Greek Life.
From there, her passion for leadership, personal development and volunteerism opened the doors to scores of opportunities outside of Vanderbilt—an ongoing journey which she reflects on in today’s conversation.
Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:
● Why it may benefit your career in the long run to do tasks that aren’t “part of your job”
● A primer on strengths-based leadership and fulfilling the potential that is uniquely yours
● How leaders can make the workplace more inclusive
● Tips for integrating entrepreneurship with a leadership role
● Krystal’s advice to emerging professionals who are looking to get to their next level
● How leaders can support their teams
● What being a thriver means to Krystal
Memorable Quotes:
“That extra work could be the gateway that you want to do that no one has ever done before because you get to create it as you’re doing it.”
“Leaders create more leaders. Leadership is a relationship, and if you forget that, it’s never going to work.”
“It takes a lot more work to hire new people than to keep great people.”
“Don’t forget the mountains that you already climbed.”
Connect with Krystal at krystalnclark.com and Instagram
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It's season 2 and today we have avid lifestyle blogger, influencer, and digital marketer, Jasmine Sweet sharing our 1st DEV Talk! Aside from her own blog, she has written for features in Huffington Post, Southern Weddings, and Forbes. Jasmine is also the Marketing Project Manager at iHeartRadio.
The common theme running through today’s conversation is the value Jasmine places on owning your self-worth. She says that entrepreneurship is not the only pursuit of freedom in one’s work. Even as an employee, “you are a personal brand. The company that you’re working for has to understand that you are an asset to them.” She encourages us all to own our strengths, and lead with purpose.
No matter which phase you’re in as an entrepreneur or which rung you’re on as an employee, by taking ownership of your career, you will find your why and thrive even amid these unsteady, COVID-ridden times.
Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:
- Tips on navigating today’s turbulent job market
- How to know whether your current job is worth keeping for the long-term
- Why Jasmine decided on entrepreneurship
- An insider look at the marketing industry and different types of marketing
- The importance of leadership in marketing
- How leaders can cultivate a more inclusive culture
- How Jasmine balances being an influencer and a marketer at iHeartRadio
- What being a thriver means for Jasmine
Memorable Quotes:
“The more areas you can step your foot in, the more you’re going to be able to pivot and twist and turn throughout this crazy path that we’re all going through in today’s career landscape.”
“Do it young, or do it never.”
“You are a personal brand. The company that you’re working for has to understand that you are an asset to them.”
“Along the way, it may not look how you want it to, but as long as you keep showing up, you’ll elevate.”
“Marketing is 100% the most multifaceted industry I think anybody can go into, because nobody can go to school and get a degree in marketing and come out knowing everything about it.”
“Leadership is not just seen. It is felt.”
Connect with Jasmine at jasminesweet.blog and Instagram.
Welcome back to Season 2 of the Career Thrivers podcast! On this episode we'll be discussing what's new on the show, how we thrive through the challenges of the previous year, and why 2021 is the year to make BOLD moves! Let's do this!
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In this final episode of 2020, Brittany shares:
- why she started this podcast and what's next
- the one word that sums up what this year has meant
- what it really means to thrive
- the top 6 entrepreneurship lessons of 2020
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In this episode of Career Thrivers, Brittany speaks with Ashley Brooke and Liz Moore from Triluna Wellness, an experiential wellness company that specializes in sustainable, realistic wellness with an emphasis on inclusivity and community.
Ashley and Liz reflect on the unconventional yet fitting start to Triluna. Being both “people of action” with backgrounds in sales and marketing, it wasn’t hard for them to kickstart their wellness program as soon as they believed they had the resources and wherewithal to do so.
While at first they planned on making Triluna a traditional brick-and-mortar facility, they eventually decided that they would hone in solely on services that epitomized the meaning, impact, and transformation most people in today’s world are looking for in a wellness program. It was through this decision that Ashley and Liz conceptualized Triluna’s three core services—movement, cooking, and coaching—structured around different types of gatherings, from corporate curriculum to community events.
Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:
● How Ashley and Liz combined their strengths and visions to create Triluna Wellness
● The “best time” to get started on your business
● Going from idea to startup launch
● Making inclusion a core value
● Dealing with unexpected challenges in business
● Building a strong network and finding mentors
● Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs
Memorable Quotes:
“Outwork your work.”
“I don’t know that you’re ever ready for anything. You just have to be willing to jump in and go for it.”
“If you don’t see yourself represented, you’re probably not going to go into that space.”
“We move fast, iterate a lot, and fail a lot; but we’re always intentional. And that has been the big difference for us.”
“A company culture is built from the top-down. So, by having our leadership be diverse, the company reflects that.”
“Our tribe has been built so authentically, and that has just come from us speaking our minds.”
Discover how Ashley and Liz are fostering diversity and inclusion in the wellness space with Triluna
In this episode of Career Thrivers, Brittany speaks with award-winning sales professional Dawn Holtz. She has over 15 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry ranging from sales to training and development to brand management.
Dawn reflects on what she refers to as her “nonlinear” professional career and how she almost accidentally fell into a world that, today, she is absolutely passionate about: sales and marketing. She very quickly discovered that sales is far more than how it is usually portrayed (which is often with negative connotations). To Dawn, sales and marketing have allowed her to grow both personally and professionally, building up her skills as a leader by forcing her to learn how to empathize with others and put their needs before her wants. The ability to communicate clearly and with compassion is, without a doubt, a life skill that she is grateful to have learned—and continues to learn—through the years.
Listen in as Dawn shares how she fell into the sales and, eventually, the marketing professions, as well as her big decision to embrace a new opportunity by moving her family to a brand new city on New Year’s Day. She also covers the power of being receptive to new opportunities, no matter how small; becoming a valuable member of your team; and building mutually beneficial relationships.
Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:
● Dawn’s nonlinear career path 15 years in
● Making the transition from sales to marketing
● Keeping your radar up for new, timely career opportunities
● Living your values in your day-to-day life
● Taking a leadership role no matter your position
● Building a strong network and finding mentors
Memorable Quotes:
“When it’s meant to be, everything will just lay in place. The world will collaborate and it will just move forward. I’m not saying it was 100% easy, but it just felt right.”
“When you think about transitioning, you have to identify your champions. First, you have to look for opportunities to lead in this space. You really need to ensure that you are available and you’re looking for those small opportunities.”
“Advocacy is built on demonstration of capability.”
“Your reputation will always show up before you do.”
“Just continue to find ways to elevate others. Share your journey with each other and be open and transparent about it even with the challenges so that we can make each other better.
“Being a thriver means nurturing your self-value and sharing it unapologetically.”
Connect with Dawn Holtz on LinkedIn
How do you transition from where to you to where you want to be? Tune in to this episode with Tina L. Cloud is a licensed clinician, registered mediator, academic, and healthcare professional. Tina is an expert in career counseling, conflict coaching, and communication skill development to help others find fulfillment in the life they're living or the confidence to change it. Connect with Tina at https://www.tinalcloud.com/tlcstrategies
Are you ready to get inspired to get up and go after what you've been dreaming about? This episode is for you! Our guest this week is a multi-talented entrepreneur and speaker, affectionately known as Chasity Nichole, who is passionate about serving and equipping others on how to fulfill their purpose and maximize their potential! With over 10 years experience in media relations and creative services, such as marketing and branding, Chasity was led to start her own company, The Chasity Nichole Agency; servicing multiple organizations, companies and influencers. In this episode she shares her story of overcoming the odds, creating goals and "going all the way to the goal" to live out her dream! Press play and connect with Chasity on Instagram @chasitynichole and online at www.thechasitynicholeagency.com
In this episode Brittany shares reflections on her recent TEDx talk and how she was able to prepare for it in less than 1 week! People always say "tell your story" but they never really share how to do it...until today! To check out Brittany's TEDx talk click here: https://youtu.be/7jccNbygt5Y
Have you experienced the shift - that feeling that there must be more? If so you don't want to miss this episode learning how Melissa experienced this same shift from a comfort to calling. If you're at a career crossroad, this episode is for you!
A former corporate marketing executive, Melissa is now a "go-to" Beauty & Skincare Expert and for both magazine, t.v production, celebrity, corporate and private clients alike. Melissa, is a licensed Esthetician who also has a Bachelor’s and Masters in Business. Her work has been seen on BRAVO TV, Oxygen Network, Lifetime Network, WEtv, OWN, TV ONE, VH1, BET, CBS, CENTRIC TV and a variety of syndicated networks. Over the years Melissa had a recurring appearance as a Beauty Expert for the "60 minutes to Glam Makeover" segment on The Real daytime talk show on Fox. In addition Melissa's work has been featured in leading Beauty Industry publications, including several digital platforms like Glamour Magazine, Instyle, Brides Magazine, Essence Magazine, Brides.com, BET.com, Black Enterprise, Essence.com, Ehow.com, YouTube and more.
In addition to being a dynamic, professional Makeup Artist and Beauty professional, Melissa is the creator and Executive Producer of Behind The Glam docu-series, also the Founder of Beauty and the Business Empowerment Conference and Master Class. In Spring 2015, Melissa embarked on a defining new venture, The GLAM Agency, the premiere multicultural talent management firm representing leading Makeup Artists, Hair Stylists & Lifestyle Experts. Her agency has a growing roster of clients including OWN TV, WEtv, Lincoln Motors, Nike Inc., Creme of Nature and host of digital and media platforms.
In 2019, Melissa released her first book “Face Your Beauty - a call to Live Worthy”. Melissa is the proud Mother of her daughter Milán and she is driven to be a great example of Womanhood - her aim and focus are clear - to leave a legacy of service, empowering the world through Beauty. Learn more about The GLAM Agency and Melissa here: https://www.theglamagency.com/
"The time to be quiet is over because lives are at stake!" Courtenay Rogers is a technology and marketing executive, US Navy veteran, connector in chief and all around powerhouse! In this episode, Courtenay inspires us to live our truth, daily, even in the midst of a job search. Press play and grab a pen and pad to catch these gems Courtenay shares!
Visualization is a powerful tool for shifting your perspective and achieving your aspirations. Although many high-achievers know its important, we're often too busy to do it or don't know where to start. In today's episode, Brittany shares 1 of 2 visualization exercises to help you with decision making. Whatever you're envisioning to do or become, it's possible!
Affirm your vision and filter your decisions through it. Alignment of your vision and decisions is where success happens! Be sure to download the guide for this episode which has 2 visualization exercises inside The Vault at careerthrivers.com/podcast
Are you an entrepreneur? Have you thought about owning your own business? You don't want to miss this episode with Christy Pruitt-Hayes! After over 20 years of executive and entrepreneurial experience, Christy Pruitt-Haynes noticed that regardless of industry or organization women and minorities often don’t fully participate in making companies as effective, efficient and excellent as they can be - so she set out to change that. Combining her desire to solve that problem, strategic thinking and keen self-awareness with degrees in Personnel & Labor Relations and HR Development, and 20 Plus years of corporate and entrepreneurial experience, Christy is convinced that every situation can be improved with a lot of logic, a little humor and healthy dose of real-world knowledge.
The TEDx Speaker and Nashville Emerging Leader Award recipient has held executive positions at Infiniti Americas/Nissan, CMT, and the Memphis Grizzlies. She is the founder of Christy Pruitt-Haynes Consulting where she and her team offer innovative speaking, training, and coaching to help organizations excel with diverse talent while helping diverse talent identify and maximize opportunities as well as Our Truths, a content provider, speakers bureau and publishing house dedicated to enhancing, inspiring and amplifying Black Women. Learn more about Our Truths at ourtruths.com and on Instagram @ourtruthsonline
How do we move from saying we support black women to having visible impact? How do we walk the talk? Tune in to our 10th episode of the Career Thrivers Podcast and listen in on a round table discussion of women supporting black women!
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Email - brittany@careerthrivers.com
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Join us for Part II of Becoming an Ally here: https://www.careerthrivers.com/becominganally
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Career Thrivers is hosting The Thrive Together Conference, the premier online inclusive leadership development experience with over 40 speakers, 60 sessions, across 7 days covering 3 tracks - career, business and wellness. One of our keynote speakers, Minda Harts, lead an incredible session on Advancing Women of Color in the Workplace!
Minda Harts is the CEO of The Memo LLC, a career development platform for women of color. She is the best-selling author of The Memo: What Women of Color Need To Know To Secure A Seat At The Table. Minda is an Assistant Professor at NYU Wagner. She has been featured on MSNBC's Morning Joe, Fast Company, The Guardian, and Time Magazine. Minda frequently speaks at companies like Microsoft, Levi's, Google, and Bloomberg on topics such as Leadership, Managing Diverse Teams and Self-Advocacy. She also hosts a weekly podcast called Secure The Seat.
You can connect with Minda and purchase her best-selling book at http://mindaharts.com/
Leadership advocacy is one of the most important aspects of people leadership. Global HR Director, Andrea Hart, joined our thrive tribe to share insights on what it means to be an inclusive leader that champions difference while cultivating more leaders. Andrea has responsibility for leading Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation human resources team globally with a specific focus on building upon the strong culture and preparing it for the future. Additionally, she emphasizes talent development for the organization, and champions diversity and inclusion. This is a must listen episode (they all are, really ;))
I hope every mom and mom figure is having a joyful mother's day! Please enjoy this bonus Mother's Day episode and enjoy this letter I shared with my late mother on Mother's Day 2017. To download this letter and the additional 5, please visit careerthrivers.com/podcast
As an award winning publicist, Candice Nicole knows a thing or two about leveraging your best moments. But what happens when you feel you're at your lowest? How do you leverage loss and create your new reality? Candice shares real work personal and professional advice on transitioning from being at your lowest to becoming your best, unapologetically! Connect with Candice @candicenicolepr and candicenicolepr.com
How do you manage your thoughts? Or are they managing you?
In this episode, Brittany shares 7 strategies to practice thought stopping to help you shift your mindset when negative thoughts arise. Plus, learn about the vault to access a NEW exciting resource to put these tips into practice at careerthrivers.com/podcast!
Yolande Morris has mastered what it means to transcend the traditional path of climbing the coporate ladder to create her own journey of purpose-driven, meaningful work! She is a Corporate Communications Expert at a top pharmaceutical company. She's also the Founder + Editor in Chief of Wit + Grace Magazine, a faith-based magazine for women.
Wit & Grace recently launched the Care Deeply Podcast, focused on all the way we can care for ourselves and others! Be sure to subscribe to the Care Deeply Podcast and check out Wit + Grace here www.witandgracemag.com on IG @witandgracemag and follow Yolande on LinkedIn and IG @yolande_michelle
With so much happening in our world, how do we work through loss? In this episode Brittany Cole opens up about her journey with grief and shares 2 ways to journey forward with real resilience. Oh, and this probably isn't the kind of grief you're thinking! Check it out and share your thoughts at careerthrivers.com/podcast
Get ready to catch these gems! Domonique Townsend is the Chief Business Improvement Strategist for We Optimize Work! With over a decade of experience as a Professional Engineer and Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt, her extensive background in leadership and management has led companies to excel in meeting strategic goals in retention, engagement, cross-functional projects and process optimization on a global scale.
Domonique is also a native of Nashville, TN, wife and mom of four children and serves on the Women GetIT board as the membership chair and sits on the board of Purpose Preparatory Academy. In this episode, Domonique shares her journey of transitioning from being laid off to leveling up as a small business owner! Check out her company at: www.weoptimizework.com and follow her journey on LinkedIn and Instagram @domoniquetownsend
Welcome to the Career Thrivers podcast with Brittany Cole! Our career often plays a huge role in every area of our life, well beyond the workplace. This podcast is a space for transparent conversation on navigating transitions in your career, person life and in your business. Be sure to join our thrive tribe at careerthrivers.com/podcast for updates and bonus resources. Thank you for checking out my first episode! Connect with me on LinkedIn /in/brittanyncole and IG @careerthrivers and @brittanyncole