Baxter's Buzz

Dr. Neferiatiti (Holt) Lewis and I finally get a chance to talk music! During #BlackHistoryMonth 2025, we talk about Prince, Nina Simone, and Michael Jackson and their contributions to Black culture and music in general. We also talk about the mentors in all walks of life who are sharing their knowledge with others. Such a fun episode! Enjoy!#BaxtersBuzz Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" and is available. ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/37BIX44

Valda Evans is a wife, mother, and the Director of Premium Audit for AF Group. On this #BlackHistoryMonth episode, we talk about the late, great, Maya Angelou. As we discuss her first book, "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings," it leads us to a fascinating discussion about inclusion and ways leaders can ensure employees feel a sense of belonging. When diversity of thought is encouraged, organizations are building confidence in its future leaders. Enjoy!#BaxtersBuzz #MayaAngelouAngelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" and is available. ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/37BIX44

Mivida Burrus is an expert Fund Developer, Lead Advisor with Mondo Unlimited, and Sr. Director at Avalon Healing Center. During our conversation we celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth by acknowledging numerous contributors to the history of our wonderful country. Mivida emphasizes not only the importance of African American contributions, but our responsibility to tell our own story. Enjoy!#BaxtersBuzz#BaxtersBuzz Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" and is available. ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/37BIX44

Latreece Taylor is a Human Resources Practioner, Wife, and Mother. On this #BlackHistoryMonth podcast, we discuss the life of Elizabeth "Bessie" Coleman. She was the first African-American woman and first Native American to hold a pilot license, and is the earliest known Black person to earn an international pilot's license. Enjoy!#BaxtersBuzz Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" and is available. ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/37BIX44

Lorrena Black is a 25-year Army veteran and Founder of She Served LLC, where she focuses on leadership development and training inviduals to advance in their careers.On this episode we discuss overcoming fears and the importance of the company that you keep. #BaxtersBuzz Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" and is available. ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/37BIX44

Lorrena Black is a 25-year Army veteran and Founder of She Served LLC, where she focuses on leadership development and training inviduals to advance in their careers.Lorrena is also a huge propoent of networking like myself and in this episode we discuss the idea of Adam Grant's book, "Give and Take." We talk about "givers, takers, and matchers" and share some of our own experiences in building connections.#BaxtersBuzz #Networking #AdamGrant Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" and is available. ⁠⁠⁠https://amzn.to/37BIX44

Kristy "Kristy Love" Stanford is a Mindset Coach and Founder of Thoughts Become Things, a non-profit helping to provide mindset coaching to limited income communities. If you can think it in your mind, you can hold it in your hand. During this podcast we discuss aligning to your purpose, having a project fail, and how to regroup and bounce back. Kristy believes we're all meant to live a life of abundance, regardless of our past. The proper mindset is the key!

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Angelic 8s: A Letter To Zara" and is available. ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/37BIX44

Chris Allen is the lead attorney and founder of AMS Global Immigration where they assist companies and individuals with all aspects of the U.S. immigration. We talk about the unique and underrated world of immigration law, some differences between large and small law firms, and Chris' involvement in the HR community. 

Dr. Darla Bishop is an Insurance Executive, Professor, and the author of "How to Afford Everything," the perfect guide to help you navigate your budget with ease. Darla shares stories of her upbringing and the college experience that was the catalyst for improving her relationship with money. Darla had read close to 100 books on how to improve your finances when she realized that it was time for her to write her own! We talk about exposure, ambition, and how changing your mindset slightly can take you to incredible heights!

Feedback is important, but don't let others kill your dream! On another note, I'd estimate that we kill our own dreams 96% of the time. Do NOT be the killer of your own dreams. The world is hard enough without your negative thoughts and self doubt. Dream big, devise a plan, and go after it! Value your network as well as YOURSELF.