Listen Then Speak
This podcast features conversations with bestselling authors and successful entrepreneurs, exploring the highs and lows of their personal and professional journeys. The host delves past surface-level stories to examine how culture, faith, career decisions, and mental health have shaped their paths. Each episode aims to provoke both thought and action in listeners by addressing meaningful topics.
Episodes
The Blessing Buried in the Betrayal: How to Recover From Burnout That Rest Won't Fix
What You'll Learn in This Episode
Why executive burnout is usually a betrayal problem, not a workload problem
The difference between betrayal as destruction and betrayal as revelation
How high-functioning codependency and over-giving accelerate burnout in high-achievers
The origin belief driving your disordered boundaries - and how to find it
The six-step L.I.S.T.E.N. Method for moving throu
Why You Can't Accept a Compliment -- And What It's Doing to Your Brain Chemistry
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Someone praises your work and your hands are up before they finish the sentence. "It was a team thing." "It was nothing." You think you're being humble. In this solo episode, executive coach and certified counselor Jahmaal Marshall takes you underneath the reflex — to the subconscious origin belief that's been writing your brain chemistry, driving your over-functioning, and m
Frozen Grief and the Nervous System: The Nolan Wells Episode | Listen Then Speak
In this solo episode of Listen Then Speak, Jahmaal Marshall takes the national heartbreak surrounding the death of 18-year-old Nolan Well, a young man from Ocean Springs, Mississippi who went missing on the Fourth of July and whose cause of death remains officially undetermined, and uses it to name something most of us are carrying and can't explain: frozen grief.
Frozen grief is what happens whe
When People Think They Can Afford to Lose You, They Mishandle You | A Solo Episode on Betrayal & Boundaries
Your betrayal didn't catch God by surprise, it came to reveal, not to destroy. In this solo episode of Listen Then Speak, executive coach and certified counselor Jahmaal Marshall breaks down what betrayal actually is: not the end of your story, but the moment the mask slips.
If you're still waiting on closure that's never coming, still replaying the conversation, still mishandled and calling it l
How to Increase Impact and Magnify Success with Brandee Brown
If you're ready to get measured results for both personally and professionally, schedule an appointment with Jahmaal
Brandee Brown has built her life and work around one clear mission: helping people see, own, and magnify the greatness already inside them.
In this episode of Listen Then Speak, Jahmaal sits down with Brandee Brown, founder of Magnify Success, for a conversation about resilience,
She Built a Top Earning Agency After a Major Life Setback — Brynne Krispin on What Nobody Tells You About Starting Over
If you're ready to get measured results for both personally and professionally, schedule an appointment with Jahmaal
What if the thing that makes your brand work is the part you keep trying to polish out?
I sat down with Brynne Krispin, founder and CEO of Cause Fokus, for a conversation about personal branding, perfectionism, self-trust, burnout, boundaries, and what it really takes to become vi
The Betrayal That Built You: Why Being Left Behind Might Be the Thing That Levels You Up
Betrayal doesn't just hurt, it destabilizes. It disrupts your sleep, spikes your cortisol, and quietly convinces you that you can't move forward until the person who wronged you finally acknowledges what they did.
But what if the closure you're waiting on was never going to come, and what if that's actually okay?
What sounds like a Sunday school story is actually a masterclass in what happens when
Growing Up in Chaos Can Make Peace Feel Suspicious w/Jahmaal Marshall
What You’ll Hear in This Episode
A Question That Hits Different
Jahmaal opens with a question most people have never allowed themselves to answer honestly: Have you ever had something go right, and felt more anxious, not less? The cold open sets the tone for an episode built on radical self-honesty.
The Chaos Blueprint - How Your Nervous System Got Wired
Your childhood home wasn’t just where you g
How Growing Up in Chaos Can Make Peace Feel Suspicious - Jahmaal Marshall
KEY TAKEAWAYS
What to Walk Away With
Chaos isn’t just an external circumstance, for many people, it’s an internal identity built in childhood.
Your nervous system will always move toward what’s familiar, not what’s healthy, until you consciously rewire it.
Self-sabotage is not a character flaw. It is a protection strategy that outlived its usefulness.
Leaders carry their wounds into their organiza
"Know Your Worth. Watch What Leaves."
WHAT WE COVER IN THIS EPISODE
[00:00] Cold Open — Starting in the middle, because that's where most of you are
[03:30] Why toxicity doesn't find you by accident - it finds a frequency
[08:00] The curiosity problem: why we're endlessly curious about others and remarkably uncurious about ourselves
[13:15] Why "know your worth" has become a slogan - and what actually discovering your worth looks like
How to Turn Your Passion into Profit
A strong brand presence does not start with better gear. It starts with knowing how you want to show up.
I sat down with Junaid Ahmed to talk about what it really takes to build a strong presence on and off camera without burning yourself out in the process. We got into the connection between emotional intelligence, storytelling, and studio setup, and why the best content starts with clarity lon
The Keys to How Clarity Reduces Stress and Burnout w/ Steve Woodruff
The way you communicate can open doors, or quietly close them.
On this week’s episode, I sat down with Steve Woodruff to talk about what it really means to communicate with clarity, own your strengths, and become unforgettable in the way you show up.
Steve is known as the “King of Clarity” – and his Clarity Formula is designed to help businesses and business owners unlock more revenue.
He s
Chemistry Can Lie. Character Always Tells the Truth
Jahmaal unpacks the difference between chemistry and character, and why so many people confuse emotional intensity with genuine alignment.
In this solo episode, he breaks down how powerful connection can cloud judgment in relationships, friendships, business, and even hiring decisions.
He challenges listeners to stop using feelings as proof, start paying attention to patterns, and recognize that
Building Legacy After Losing Everything w/ Terry Rice
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In this episode, I sit down with Terry Rice, speaker, entrepreneur, and leadership trainer, for a real conversation about addiction, identity, fatherhood, discipline, and what it means to live in alignment.
Terry brings the perspective of someo
Waiting for Closure Is Costing You Everything
WHAT YOU’LL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE
01 - The Myth of External Closure
We’ve been conditioned to believe closure is something someone else delivers. Jahmaal unpacks why that belief is both biologically understandable and deeply damaging and introduces the Zeigarnik Effect, the psychological reason our minds grip unfinished situations so tightly.
“Closure is not a conversation. It’s a decision you make
Sustainability on the Front Lines - How to Live in a State of Overflow in High Stress Environments w/ Dr. Gwendolyn Oglesby-Odom
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Burnout does not start with your calendar. It starts with what you keep tolerating.
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Gwendolyn Oglesby-Odom, a healthcare executive and transformational servant leader, for a powerful conversation on bounda
Boundaries Without Bitterness: The Discipline That Protects Your Peace and Elevates Your Life
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Peace isn’t the absence of pressure. It’s the presence of structure.
In this solo episode, Jahmaal breaks down boundaries without bitterness and why most people don’t struggle with saying no, they struggle with guilt, fear, and the need to be li
What Happens when the Devil Emails at Midnight w/ Mita Mallick
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On this episode of Listen Then Speak, I sit down with my friend (and repeat guest) Mita Mallick to talk about her new book, The Devil Emails at Midnight: What Good Leaders Can Learn from Bad Bosses. We get into the real workplace dynamics so man
The Path to Success Comes By Serving w/ Chaz Horn
Interested in Launching your own Podcast?Podcast Principles can help! Book a call below to learn more.https://calendly.com/podcastprinciples/discover Burned out, stuck in your head, and still trying to lead like everything’s fine?In this episode of Listen then Speak, I sit down with entrepreneur and biohacker Chaz Horn to talk about what it actually looks like to stress less without lowering the b
The Mindset Behind Sales that YOU feel Good About w/ Justin Janowski
On this week’s Listen Then Speak, Jahmaal sits down with business coach Justin Janowski for a conversation that goes past surface-level advice and into what actually makes sales, pricing, and strategy feel clean and effective. Justin is the founder of Faith2Influence, and began his entrepreneurial journey just like many others, with uncertainty and fear, but also with a strong desire to build a fa
From the Woods to the World: Celebrating 1 MILLION Downloads
We Did It - 1 MILLION Downloads!!!In this milestone episode, Jahmaal pauses to reflect, express gratitude, and honor the journey that turned a simple practice of listening into a global movement. In This Episode, You’ll Hear:- How Listen Then Speak began with Jahmaal walking through the woods—long before a microphone or audience- How the podcast evolved into a globally trusted brand serving leader
How Bill Walters Helps Imperfect Families Build Financial Stability and Peace
For some people, helping others reach financial stability and freedom – is just a job.For Bill Walters, it’s personal.Before becoming a financial guru, Bill spent six years caring for his mother during her battle with dementia. He also raised a daughter with emotional, medical, and psychological needs. These experiences taught him firsthand how unpredictable life can be and how important it is to
Redefining Resilience and Servant Leadership w/ Michael Stephenson
Our personal lives and professional lives. Two areas typically kept completely separate, never to see one another.In reality, who we are, what we’ve been through and what we “do” for a living are all inextricably linked. Failure informs what we do in the future. Adversity helps build us stronger. Mistakes are what make us.. well, human.These aren’t things to be ignored, but experiences to be embra
Closing Out 2025: The Real Cost of Burnout & What Comes Next
As we close out 2025, Jahmaal Marshall reflects on a powerful year of growth, leadership, and transformation within the Listen Then Speak community.In this episode, Jahmaal explores the often-overlooked reality of high-functioning burnout, especially among senior leaders, high performers, and business owners who appear successful on the outside but are silently carrying exhaustion, emotional overl
Wisdom for the Next Generation w/ Tee Smith
In a sea of hot-takes and fast “advice”, it can be difficult to understand what is really important when it comes to success in business but also in life.…and that’s before we even get to the “how”.This week’s guest has not only distilled what is really important, but also how you get there when it comes to leveling up your life, your career and really, everything in-between.Tee Smith is a leaders
Successful on Paper, Exhausted in Private: Why High-Performing Leaders Are Burning Out, and What Actually Works with Jahmaal Marshall
Senior leaders, C-suite executives, and business owners are succeeding at unprecedented levels—yet many are silently battling stress, burnout, anxiety, and disordered boundaries.In this powerful episode, Jahmaal Marshall speaks directly to high-performing leaders who feel exhausted behind the scenes and have normalized overwhelm as “the cost of success.”This is not a conversation about productivit
When Your Heart for Others Costs You Your Health: Breaking the Cycle of Burnout and People Pleasing
What You’ll Learn in This Episode1. The “Always-Available Executive” PatternWhy leaders feel compelled to stay on call 24/7 and the subconscious fear that drives it.2. The High-Achiever Who Can’t Say NoHow guilt-based decision-making leads to overcommitment and delayed growth.3. The Hidden Burnout of Emotionally Compassionate LeadersWhy “carrying everyone’s pain” becomes a silent tax on mental he
The Weight Behind the Scrubs: Healing Stress and Burnout in Nursing - Jahmaal Marshall
In this episode, we cover:Why nurse burnout is rising nationwideThe emotional weight behind compassion fatigueWhy stress in nursing is often ignored or minimizedThe danger of “I’m fine” cultureHow to create emotional and professional boundaries without guiltTools nurses can use to reconnect to purpose and protect their mental healthHow the Listen Then Speak method restores communication and healin
Coming off Code is THE CHEAT Code, from Trauma to Triumph with Precious L. Williams
With 28 years as an international professional speaker and corporate trainer, Precious L. Williams has methods to empower her clients to secure millions in pitch competition winnings, secure lucrative speaking engagements, and have helped countless Fortune 500 companies outperform their competition. From the poverty-stricken streets of St. Louis, Missouri, to the global stage of influence, Preciou
We’re Back + Celebrating 60 Episodes of Listen Then Speak
As we step into a new season of conversations, insights, and growth, we want to hear from you directly. Who are our listeners? What challenges are you facing right now? And how can this podcast best serve you moving forward? 👉 To help us shape the future of Listen Then Speak, we’ve created a short, anonymous, and confidential listener survey. HERE It only takes a few minutes, and your input will d
Going from Mental Panic to Market Progress with Evan Marks
Evan Marks is a seasoned mental performance coach with over 25 years of Wall Street wisdom, previously serving as a Senior Consultant and Performance Advisor at The ReThink Group. Armed with a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Pennsylvania and a background in Division 1 Lacrosse, Evan’s journey is a story of resilience, strategic thinking, and an unyielding pursuit of excellence. From tackli
Men’s Mental Health and the Need for Community with Ted Phaeton
Ted Phaeton is a husband, father, and dog dad with a passion for helping men unlock their full potential through productivity, time mastery, and leadership. An Emmy Award-winning Morning Meteorologist at Queen City News in Charlotte, NC, Ted understands the power of structure, discipline, and efficiency—waking up at ungodly hours has made him a master of time optimization and peak performance.As t
Leading Through the Shift: Staying Human in an AI-Driven Age - Jahmaal Marshall
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:Why AI is accelerating disconnection more than innovationThe real leadership gap emerging in today’s orgsHow to lead without losing yourself or your peopleA powerful 3-part framework to lead through ambiguityWhat to expect in the July 10th webinar with Mita Mallick 🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned👥 Register for the Webinar: "Examining Leadership Amid AI-Driven Change"📅 D
Acceleration Through Adversity with Jordan Mendoza
Jordan Mendoza is a sought-after sales and social media coach, podcast host, and author with a passion for helping individuals and brands elevate their presence and close deals. As the host of the popular podcast Blaze Your Own Trail, Jordan shares valuable insights from top-performing industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and creatives, diving into the stories that shaped their success. His expertise
Mental Health, Memorial Day & the Mind Behind the Machine - Jahmaal Marshall
- What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Why Mental Health Awareness Month still matters in 2025Startling statistics around burnout and anxiety in the tech industryThe unique strengths and struggles of veterans in techHow burnout impacts your identity, not just your energyThe difference between high-functioning and truly being wellHow the Rewire Roadmap One-on One Session can help you realign mentally,
Episode Title: Burnout & Anxiety in Tech – Mental Health Awareness Month - Jahmaal Marshall
The true definition of burnout and how it manifests in tech careersKey stats:42% of tech workers are at high risk of burnout (Yerbo, 2023) (The stats are worse in 2025) 2 in 5 engineers report poor or very poor mental health- How anxiety shows up in digital workplaces — from imposter syndrome to fear of obsolescence- The role of remote work in increasing isolation and stress- Simple but powerful b
From Addiction to Acceleration - Adam Larkin
Adam Larkin is a motivational speaker, recovery advocate, serial entrepreneur, and the CEO of Gitt Apparel. Adam’s brand is on a mission to encourage people to live their best lives through adopting a healthy lifestyle. The Gitt philosophy’s core principle is to get up and do something different. As a New York native, Adam launched Gitt Apparel in NYC. Today, his powerhouse brand has expanded to 3
How to Be Road Tested and Proven Both Personally and Professionally - Jacob Roig
As a seasoned business coach with 16 years of experience, Jacob Roig inspires and equips ambitious entrepreneurs to overcome growth barriers, increase their income, and enjoy more time off without compromise. Through his proprietary Pricing for Profit Calculator and proven strategies, Jacob helps business owners confidently expand their teams, increase their impact, and achieve financial freedom.I
Navigating Mental Health as You Climb the Corporate Ladder - Jennifer Brick
Once an unapologetic corporate climber, Jennifer Brick exited her thriving corporate career to follow her passion: helping pave the path for more people like her to succeed at work. Shortly after starting her YouTube channel, people started turning to her to help them navigate toxic workplaces and toxic job recovery. In the years since, Jennifer has helped thousands of people get over their toxic
Tips on Self-management when you have a crappy week - Jahmaal Marshall
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The Listen Then Speak Community Group Co-Hort - Jahmaal Marshall
So, what’s this community all about?Bi-weekly Virtual Meetups: Every two weeks, we host a live, interactive session. Sometimes it's a roundtable discussion, sometimes a guest speaker — always engaging, always insightful. These sessions are a safe space to exchange ideas, ask hard questions, and share strategies.Resource Hub: We’re building a growing library of resources — templates, guides, and ca
Mastering Stress Responses - Part 1: A Leader’s Guide for Tech & HR - Jahmaal Marshall
For over 12 years, Jahmaal has empowered countless individuals to optimize their time and safeguard their mental well-being. Now, he’s on a mission to revolutionize the work culture of 50,000 companies by 2035, ensuring they thrive from the inside out.Jahmaal Marshall is a corporate wellness advocate and leader who reshapes work cultures to prioritize mental health. With a 12-year track record, he
The First Steps to Taking Imperfect Action - Jahmaal Marshall
For over 12 years, Jahmaal has empowered countless individuals to optimize their time and safeguard their mental well-being. Now, he’s on a mission to revolutionize the work culture of 50,000 companies by 2035, ensuring they thrive from the inside out.Jahmaal Marshall is a corporate wellness advocate and leader who reshapes work cultures to prioritize mental health. With a 12-year track record, he
How Paying It Forward Boosts Your Mental Wellness with Cindy Witteman
Cindy Witteman is a powerhouse from the heart of San Antonio, Texas. She's not just a business owner, three-time International Best-Selling Author, and proud recipient of the esteemed 2023 Trailblazer Award—she's also your go-to host for the heartwarming "Little Give" TV show and the thought-provoking "Is Manifesting Podcast." But Cindy's story doesn't end there. She's a passionate entrepreneur, l
The Nonlinear Path to Happiness with Antoni Tzavelas
After successfully navigating the vibrant fields of fashion design, systems engineering, cloud engineering, cloud training, and team coaching, Antoni Tzavelas found his true vocation: igniting the spark of inspiration in others as a public speaker and leadership coach. With a focus on spreading the potent messages of happiness and empowerment, his mission is to illuminate paths of personal and pro
The Non-linear Journey to Success with Nausheen Chen
Nausheen Chen is a nerd turned Fortune 50 manager turned award-winning filmmaker...turned 3-time TEDx speaker and public speaking coach. She was one of those kids who had no idea what she wanted to be when she grew up. She’s been a #1 ranked manager at Procter & Gamble, an award-winning filmmaker, trained and performed improv in NYC and was a director at a PR company. She even acted in and directe
What Does Mental Health and Wellness Look Like for Professionals with James Lawrence
With more than 25 years of being a CEO and founder, James Lawrence loves to share his insights on leadership, organizational culture and the intersection of technology in the workplace. James believes the cornerstone of every successful organization is its people. His mission is to help people love their work and get connected with their teams because, in his words, "when people work better, we al
Turning Trauma into Triumph with Jordan “Dxtr Spits” Holmes
Jordan “Dxtr Spits” Holmes was raised in Prince George’s County, Maryland, a suburb of Washington, D.C. His curious mind led him to become a jack of all trades as a scientist/engineer, musician, spoken word artist, and entrepreneur. Holmes relocated to Chicago in 2014 after graduating from Virginia Tech, where he got his degree as a Materials Science Engineer and met his mentor, Dr. Nikki Giovann
Mental Health in Front and Behind the Camera with April Hernandez Castillo
As an actress, April Hernandez Castillo reached critical heights in her portrayal of Eva Benitez in the award-winning movie, Freedom Writers. She has garnered roles in Showtime's Nurse Jackie, Person of Interest, ER, 30 Rock, Elementary, Law & Order SVU, and The Following. April received a SAG Award nomination for best ensemble cast in the hit show Dexter. She also had a recurring role on NBC's Ne
Walking in Truth with Eudania Burrell
Eudania Burrell is a New York native, mother, sister, Gigi, and an extraordinary trailblazer in real estate investing who has celebrated 25 years of recovery and counting! With 20 years of experience working for the Department of Homeland Security, Eudania has inspired and touched thousands of lives. She has been a source of motivation, hope, and resilience for many, earning her a well-deserved re
Making Waves in Conscious Leadership with Marika Messager
Marika Messager is making waves in the realm of conscious leadership. She has a 15-year history in the financial industry and was recognized as one of the industry’s most successful equity sales professionals, making it to 7-figure annual compensation at the age of 31. Later, she was appointed as one of the youngest female equity sales managers, supervising a team of 40 people across Europe and th
The Power of Believing in Yourself with Nicholas Dillon
Nicholas Dillon is a certified life and recovery coach and a private practice drug and alcohol counselor. He’s also an accomplished author, leadership consultant, and speaker. As a counselor, it’s Nick’s priority to create a holistic therapeutic atmosphere that promotes growth and positive change. He believes that therapy is a process that can move you toward being the healthiest version of yourse
Finding Your Zone of Genius with Peter Schroeder
Peter Schroeder started his entrepreneurial journey at the age of nine, doing a joint venture beverage business with a classmate. By 12, he was a featured Danish radio host and television reporter, seen on national news and television broadcasts. At 14, Peter created the biggest artist forum in Scandinavia, which he sold three years later to a major corporation. By the age of 18, Peter was fully i
Bouncing Back from Burnout with Cait Donovan
Caitlin Donovan is one of New York City’s leading burnout experts and acupuncturists, host of “Fried – The Burnout Podcast,” and author of the book "The Bouncebackability Factor: End Burnout, Gain Resilience, and Change the World". Her master’s degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine enables Caitlin to combine Eastern wisdom with her natural practicality. After performing more than 25,000 acupunctu
Taking New Ground with Adrian Koehler
Adrian Koehler is a leadership engagement expert and senior partner at the executive coaching firm, Take New Ground. He coaches executives and entrepreneurs in the art and science of leadership for themselves, their teams, and clients to create new, unprecedented results and experience fulfillment in their work.Adrian is the Founder and Senior Partner at Take New Ground, a leadership coaching, tra
The Power of Authentic Leadership with Lan Phan
Lan Phan is a tour de force in the realm of purpose-driven leadership and personal excellence. An acclaimed writer whose forthcoming book, 'Do This Daily’, promises to chart a transformative course for personal and professional growth, Lan is a beacon of inspiration for top-tier executives across the globe. Her profound insights have illuminated the pages of The Harvard Business Review, Forbes, an
The Dropout Multi-Millionaire with Brian Will
Brian Will is a serial entrepreneur, a two-time Wall Street Journal bestselling author, and a leading consultant in business and sales management. Throughout his dynamic career, Brian had the privilege of founding or co-founding seven highly successful companies across four distinct industries, with valuations soaring over half a billion dollars at their height. His journey has been marked by spea
Finance Through Faith with Shane Bauman
Shane Bauman is the founder of RISE and has been in the financial services industry since 2011. During his 12+ years in financial services, Shane has served in the roles of Advisor, Managing Director and President. He thoroughly enjoys helping professionals actualize their dreams and pursue their passions by utilizing financial services as a platform for success.Prior to his career in financial se
Unleashing Your Superpower with Dr. Mike Van Thielen
Dr. Mike Van Thielen is a biohacking expert and the Medical Director at ClariGenZ Health, an innovative medical company with a new pill providing all the benefits of Adderall without any of the harmful side effects. He is also a treating physician for Boston Neuro Pain and Psych Centers, helping tens of thousands of patients with chronic pain and mental health conditions.As an entrepreneur with a
Becoming an Entrepreneurial Insider with Frederick Cary
Fred Cary is an internationally known entrepreneur and business thought leader with over three decades of leadership experience and transformational strategies that have resulted in billions of dollars in corporate value. His success stories cross boundaries. He has built high-growth businesses in finance, software, mobile technologies, data, retail, consumer products, strategic services, and e-co
Coming Home to Yourself with Dr. Ardeshir Mehran
Dr. Ardeshir Mehran, psychologist, bestselling author, and behavioral researcher, has unveiled a groundbreaking approach in his Amazon new-release bestseller, "You Are Not Depressed. You Are Un-Finished." He has a captivating perspective that challenges the traditional view of mental illness.In his revolutionary work, Dr. Mehran introduces "The Bill of Emotional Rights," a manifesto for lifelong m
Owning Your Self-Image with Sandy Grigsby
What’s Inside:How Sandy makes magic with her high-profile clientsThe connection between mental and physical healthWhy Sandy wrote her children’s book, I Am Who I Am Mentioned In This Episode:Listen Then Speak Podcastsandyinfocus.comSandy’s TEDx TalkPrince Stash on TikTokShort Description: Sandy Grigsby is a self-image coach, personal brand consultant, and personal branding photographer. Here, we t
Making an Authentic Impact with Jordan Pendleton
Speaker, podcast host, and money mindset coach Jordan Pendleton helps passionate entrepreneurs live their purpose and profit so they can make an impact on the world. Jordan founded her company, Mind Body Wallet, in late 2016 after leaving a successful career as a financial advisor. From the outside, it looked like Jordan had it all, but behind closed doors, she was fighting a battle with anxiety a
The Pain Behind the Purpose with Pjero Mardesic
Pjero Mardesic is an Australian executive coach, speaker, therapist, facilitator, and poet. He’s also the author of Conquer the Uncomfortable and Unleash Your Potential, as well as the host of The Boy Behind the Man Podcast. Pjero and I discuss his former addiction to instant gratification and pornography and how it helped him create his program, Addicted to Grow. We also talk about the effects ad
Reimagining Inclusion with Mita Mallick
What’s Inside:How Mita’s childhood shaped who she is today.How a lack of inclusion impacts mental health.Myths about DEI. Mentioned In This Episode:Listen Then Speak PodcastMita's Book – Reimagine Inclusion: Debunking 13 Myths to Transform Your Workplace Short Description:Mita Mallick is an inclusion champion, crafting brands with purpose. She’s also the author of a new book called Reimagine Inclu
Answering the Call with Sanyika Street
Sanyika “the Firestarter” Street helps men build profitable service-based businesses. He’s also a keynote speaker and the host of Going All-In, A Podcast for Men. While he was trying to find his voice, Sanyika decided to stop speaking and start listening, and that’s when everything changed. The most powerful thing he began to hear was what was going on beneath the surface, especially the narrative
Following Your Fascination with Shaahin Cheyene
Shaahin Cheyene is the CEO and chairman of a brain nutrition startup called Accelerated Intelligence. He’s also the president and founder of Podcast Cola, an award-winning entrepreneur, writer, filmmaker, and public speaker. We kick off our discussion with why Shaahin loves Bob Marley and how music brings people from all walks of life together. We also talk about Shaahin’s journey as a serial entr
Owning Our Gifts and Power with JJ Flizanes (Part 2)
In this follow up conversation with author and empowerment strategist JJ Flizanes, we continue our dialogue around living out our purpose and owning our power. JJ and I start by discussing a quote from author Marianne Williamson that she included in her book. The quote speaks to our deepest fears of being powerful beyond measure. Playing small puts ourselves and others at a disadvantage because wh
Owning Our Gifts and Power with JJ Flizanes
What’s Inside:How JJ transitioned from fitness to holistic wellness.How core wounds can shape our life journeys.How we can nurture and use our unique gifts. Mentioned In This Episode:Listen Then Speak PodcastJJFlizanes.com Short Description:JJ Flizanes is the author of multiple books, including Invisible Fitness Formula, Fit to Love, and Absolute Abs. She’s also an empowerment strategist working w
Meditation and the Journey of Self-Discovery with Katie Krimitsos
What’s Inside:Katie’s career journey from marketing and copywriting to meditation.The importance of knowing who we want to become.How to use meditation to aid your self-discovery journey. Mentioned In This Episode:Listen Then Speak Podcast Women’s Meditation Network Short Description:Katie Krimitsos is the creator of the Women’s Meditation Network Podcast and she’s passionate about giving wome
Servant Leadership with Zachary Paul Hoffman
Zach Hoffman is an award-winning author, transformation coach, and founder of an organization called SWALeadership. My conversation with Zach dives into servant leadership and how his life experiences lead him to make that a focus. As an American football player in Europe, Zach was looked up to by many, especially youth. He realized that sports were his platform to reach people, not his purpose. Z
The Importance of Boundaries - Julie Hruska
Julie Hruska is a high-performance strategist and a certified performance coach. She also has a master’s degree and is the owner of the company Powerful Leaders. Julie specializes in guiding people into a life they love through the development of high-performance habits in the areas of career, relationships, health, and finances. Julie also works closely with companies and corporations to develop
A Devine Spark of Defiance - Part 2
In Part One of this conversation with Joy Donnell, we went deep. Joy’s perspective truly helps people think beyond the surface level, which continues here in Part Two. In her book, “Beyond Brand”, Joy discusses changing narratives with the use of media. Here, she shares the moments that led to her getting to into media. Joy is dedicated to doing things differently while honoring her lineage. Quest
A Divine Spark of Defiance with Joy Donnell - Part 1
Joy Donnell is a producer, writer, and co-founder of CIME, the Center for Intersectional Media and Entertainment. CIME provides research and resources for storytelling, equity, and Hollywood. Her recent book, “Beyond Brand”, dives into how to use media to live and leave our cultural legacy. Joy has spoken heavily on Hollywood production codes, an era which lasted about 30 years where Hollywood cho
Die Before They Do - A Conversation with Robb Gilbear
In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is just under 30 minutes you'll learn:The effects of childhood traumaChoosing and switching vocations Deciding to take risks His career as a musician Involvement in drugs and addiction Breaking away from the crowd Coming close to Suicide How to handle peer pressureThe unconventional road to success Confidence to take risks and jump in Practical ways t
Examining Our Own Implicit Bias - Sejal Thakkar (Part 2)
In this interview on Listen Then Speak, which is a little over 20 minutes you'll learn:Listening to Understand in spite of culture difference Checking our implicit bias against our experience Tackling controversial matters of bias head-onOwning our prejudice and unconscious bias Tips for professionals in management positions How implicit bias effects workplace cultureUsing your skills and strength
Using Trials to Turn the Tide - Sejal Thakkar - Part 1
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Finding Success by Learning What Not to do.
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Standing in her Power with Veronica Safoa Owusu
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The Journey to Unleashing the Creative
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