Beyond Mediocrity Leader Development

Our value as a human race comes from diverse experiences, backgrounds, political thoughts, and ethnicities. 

But what happens when we begin to think that someone else is less valuable than us and is consequently treated as "inferior"?  

In this episode, we'll address the lie of supremacy and offer a few tips to counter their terrorist activities.

What would you do, if you weren't afraid? Let's discuss ways in which we can decide to live a life driven by TRUST in God, instead of fear of people!

As we memorialize our military service people in America, we also take time to remember the hundreds of family members lost during the May 31st Tulsa massacre in 1921. The sacrifices made by our armed forces are comparable to that of so many generations of enslaved African Americans. Let us continue to learn (and remember) so many lost to various types of wars.  

Thought leaders are known for thinking more broadly and at a higher level than the “average” individual. They actively seek spiritual discernment, mature comprehension, and logical interpretation to have the greatest influence on others.

In this episode, James is joined by Dr. Jean Accius, Senior Vice President of Global Thought Leadership at AARP, the largest non-profit organization in America. During the discussion, Dr. Accius provides strategic direction, leadership, and thought-provoking perspectives on how we change systems and improve all lives. 

As we acknowledge the impact of 2020, we embrace the opportunities that come with 2021. In this first episode of season four, James is joined by Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer for Primerica,  Lisa Brown. 

Listeners will be reminded of ways to remain content, despite past setbacks, as well as how to leverage networks and your personal board of directors. If you're looking for practical tips & takeaways to propel you in this new year, this episode is the perfect way to kick off a new season of success.

In this bonus episode of BMLD, James is joined by multi-instrumentalist, Gorden Campbell, to discuss his debut album, "Conversations". You'll also be inspired to learn ways in which we can all manifest dreams, by nurturing our God-given talents.

Gorden has graced stages around the world with some of the greatest musical icons of our time. Earth, Wind & Fire, George Duke, Neyo, Whitney Houston, Mary J. Blige, and a host of others are just a few of the names you know. 

With the holiday season in full swing, you'll be motivated to add this musical genius to your playlist. Go to www.gordencampbell.bandcamp.com for more information.  

In this episode, James offers invaluable tips from the best-selling book, "Executive Presence: The Missing Link Between Merit and Success", by Sylvia Ann Hewlett. Accomplished leaders have "it", while others strive to attain Executive Presence to get that big break. Using a wealth of hard data, Hewlett reveals Executive Presence (EP) to be a dynamic mix of three things: how you act (Gravitas), how you speak (Communication). and how you look (Appearance). As you make plans to hit the ground in 2021, this episode is just the motivation you need! 

In his ongoing commitment to motivating others to push beyond mediocrity, James picks up the discussion on implicit bias, with entrepreneur, Yvette Cook-Darby, President and CEO of Usher's New Look.

Yvette is also the founder of M.A.R.I.A. United, a non-profit organization designed to offer Mothers Against Racism In America, a network of leaders focused on creating constructive social change.  

They discuss the impact of women in corporate America, the reimagining of "mothers" as our first example of true leadership, and ways in which we can all become social activists in our local communities. 

As we celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15th - Oct 15th), James is joined by special guests, David Araya, CEO & Co-Founder of HoPe (Hispanic Organization Promoting Education), and Roger Trueba, Chairman of the Board for HoPe to discuss ways in which this trail-blazing organization has paved the way to social change for thousands of Hispanic youth and their communities. You'll be absolutely inspired by their energy and categorically encouraged by their journey. Learn how you can support their efforts by visiting www.hopestrong.org.