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What happens when fear shows up during life’s biggest transitions? In this final episode of 2025, I get raw about the boldest move I’ve made this year: stepping back to move forward.
From relocating my family to Asheville, to leading rapid growth at Cooler Heads, to reflecting on the motto “Be Bold. Be Confident. Be You.”, I share the highs, lows, and lessons that shaped my year.
I close out the season with a powerful reminder: tough times don’t last, but tough people do. Get ready to pause, reflect, and step boldly into 2026.
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What happens when a layoff becomes your runway?
Christopher Bylone tells the story of walking out of corporate predictability and building Innovation Unbiased, a practice that treats belonging like both data and devotion. He shares the “belonging formula” and real examples of accessibility failing where it counts.
If you want practical steps to lead with heart and measure inclusion, this episode will challenge how you think about equity, bias, and the everyday choices that make people feel (or not) like they belong.
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About Christopher
Christopher Bylone is the founder of Innovation Unbiased and host of I Know I Belong When…, where he amplifies bold voices and stories of inclusion and impact. A cancer survivor and lifelong advocate, he has led global belonging strategies at Krispy Kreme and IFF, driving ERGs, inclusive policies, and multimillion-dollar DE&I initiatives. From launching a Gay-Straight Alliance in college to shaping corporate ESG strategies, Christopher’s journey is rooted in resilience and authenticity. Living in the Charlotte Metro area, he’s also a proud dad of two and a leader who proves that belonging isn’t just a value—it’s a movement.
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What happens when your entire world shatters—and you have to rebuild from scratch?
In this powerful episode, Kathy Love shares her journey from devastation to discovering the life-changing practices of self-care, boundaries, and radical self-worth. She opens up about the darkest chapter of her life and how it eventually became the catalyst for growth and healing.
Courtney and Kathy dive deep into codependency, the myths around self-care, and what it really means to step into your best self. Get ready for wisdom, honesty, and tools you can start using today.
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About Kathy
Kathy Love is the Managing Editor at Outlier Magazine, and also the Chief Community Officer at The Outlier Project. Kathy is an author, self-care coach, Vice President at SomethingNew LLC, public speaker at TEDx, and the owner of Jack Saia LLC. Kathy is a business consultant and the founder/director of Ucan2, Inc. Kathy holds a certificate in Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania and a Bachelor of Science in Education from State University of New York Cortland.
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What happens when life halts your dream career? Paden Sickles faced torn Achilles injuries and a rare heart condition that ended her 11-year military service… but not her mission.
In this episode of Bold Moves, Confident Choices, Paden shares how a search for better socks during grueling Army training turned into Sick Fit, a purpose-driven company now serving veterans, athletes, diabetics, and kids with sensory needs.
From losing $25,000 in a warehouse break-in to landing major deals, Paden proves grit and heart can turn setbacks into success. Get ready to be inspired to “go for it” no matter the odds.
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About Paden
Paden Sickles dedicated 11 years of her life as an Army Engineer Officer, leading Soldiers and breaking barriers while shaping some of the first enlisted female combat engineers. During her service, she achieved countless accolades, including Air Assault, Expert Soldier, Spur Rides, and completing 100-mile challenges. Despite these achievements, she often tried to avoid graduations because it hurt too much to put her boots back on due to blisters and foot issues. This frustration drove her to action. Paden traveled the world, testing 87 different pairs of socks to learn how to engineer the perfect pair. She began conducting A/B tests during PT formations with her peers and leaders, swapping socks before long runs and rucks in the field. This hands-on experimentation laid the foundation for her vision while leading some of the most lethal Soldiers in the force. These injuries pushed Paden to reflect on her future, realizing that her physical health needed to become a priority. In February 2024, after serving her country with honor, Paden made the difficult decision to transition out of active duty.
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What if slowing down was the secret to speeding up?
In this bold and vulnerable conversation, Chris Schembra opens up about his struggles with imposter syndrome, listening, and curiosity, and how those very challenges have become tools for connection and transformation.
Chris shares how gratitude isn’t a magic fix but a practice of perspective that reshapes how we show up in life, work, and relationships. From corporate boardrooms to the dinner table, he reveals the frameworks and stories that remind us no one wants perfection they want realness.
You’ll walk away with practical tools, a renewed perspective, and an invitation to Chris’ challenge: host a dinner, ask one powerful gratitude question, and watch connection transform your world.
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About Chris
Chris Schembra is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and founder of the 7:47 Gratitude Experience™, an evidence-based framework that has helped thousands of leaders and teams build stronger human connection at work and beyond. Dubbed “The Gratitude Guru” by USA Today, his mission is simple: to help people rediscover the power of gratitude, belonging, and authentic relationships in an era of disconnection.
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What do you do when the ground shifts beneath your feet, when your career suddenly takes a turn you didn’t see coming?
In this powerful episode of Bold Moves, Confident Choices, host Courtney Turich sits down with Rich Bishop to explore how to navigate unexpected change, find strength in reflection, and build resilience when life doesn’t go as planned.
From late-night drives and pivotal self-talk to embracing the journey over the destination, Rich shares practical steps and hard-won wisdom to help listeners process setbacks, move forward with confidence, and create a future that’s even stronger than before.
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About Rich
Rich Bishop is a seasoned Revenue Operations Consultant with expertise in go-to-market strategy, finance, systems, and operations. With over 20 years of experience, he has optimized sales processes, streamlined operations, and broken down silos to drive growth and profitability across diverse industries.
Founder of Midgame Consulting, Rich combines hands-on expertise with a passion for helping companies and people grow. His strategies have successfully guided organizations like Nestle, Nextech Systems, and Biofourmis to improve lead management and overall performance.
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What happens when burnout pushes someone to their breaking point?
Melissa Cohen knows that moment all too well, and the bold moves she made afterward transformed her life. In this powerful conversation with Courtney, she shares the messy, honest truth about stepping outside your comfort zone and rebuilding confidence after setbacks. By saying “yes” to change, Melissa opened doors she never imagined possible.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, drained, or unsure of your next move, this episode is an invitation to take your first bold step toward renewal and possibility.
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About Melissa
Melissa Cohen, known as the Good Witch of LinkedIn, is a bestselling author, branding strategist, and former fashion executive who transformed personal loss into powerful reinvention. After a decade-long career with iconic brands like Ralph Lauren, Melissa lost her dream job during the height of the pandemic, but found her voice on LinkedIn. From a few hundred connections to becoming a LinkedIn Top Voice, she built a thriving business helping others grow their influence, craft authentic personal brands, and show up with confidence. Today, she’s a leading force in redefining how we connect, communicate, and build careers online.
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What if the very things that once made someone feel like an outsider could become their greatest strengths?
In this powerful conversation, Stephen Oommen shares how growing up without belonging to any "tribe" taught him adaptability, empathy, and the ability to step into anyone's world. From facing racism and identity struggles to transforming defensive coping mechanisms into professional superpowers, Stephen’s story is both raw and inspiring.
The episode explores the “Chameleon Effect,” the belief that hurt people heal people, and the three questions every 18-year-old, and every adult, should ask themselves to discover their purpose and monetize their talents.
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About Stephen
Stephen brings over 25 years of GTM experience across entrepreneurship, finance, and tech leadership. With success in both B2B and B2C across diverse industries, he offers a rare, well-rounded perspective. As an award-winning seller and sales leader, he embodies The JOLT Effect with a customer-first, empathetic approach, shaped by his time on both sides of the deal. Now CEO of ExecuComm, Stephen helps companies refine GTM strategies to drive revenue. A passionate Go-to-Network advocate, he believes lasting business success is built on real relationships.
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“I took a $15 receptionist job, and ended up the CEO.”
Melissa Glick’s story flips the founder script. In this episode, she shares how one unexpected move sparked a bold journey of business success, personal growth, and life-saving decisions. From scaling a company to taking control of her health, Melissa shows that trusting yourself is the boldest move of all.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, overlooked, or afraid to pivot—this is your reminder: the power to rewrite your story starts with one bold step.
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About Melissa
Melissa Glick is the founder of Peak CEO and a business growth strategist who helps solopreneurs and small business owners scale with smarter systems, not more hustle. She simplifies growth by breaking business systems into four core areas: sales, marketing, finance, and operations. Through tools, templates, and hands-on training, Melissa helps clients remove bottlenecks and grow with clarity. If LinkedIn feels like a black hole, Melissa teaches you how to turn it into a lead-generating machine, without the awkwardness or guesswork. For Melissa, systems aren’t about restriction, they’re about freedom. Freedom to grow, connect, and close with confidence.
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What if the biggest thing holding you back… is the version of yourself you’re pretending to be?
In this episode, Enrique Acosta Gonzalez gets radically real about his journey from a siloed, boxed-in Navy leader to a fully integrated, truth-speaking mentor and coach. From cultural identity struggles to a wake-up call from his own wife, Enrique shares the bold pivots that reshaped his life and leadership.
If you’ve ever felt the pressure to conform or the fear of being too much, this conversation will help you break out of the mold and start owning your power.
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About Enrique
Enrique Acosta Gonzalez is a leadership and career developer on a mission to stop bad leadership before it starts. After experiencing the harm caused by unqualified leaders early in his career, he’s committed to helping aspiring and current leaders grow before they do damage—intentionally or not.
A 26-year Navy veteran, Enrique is a bestselling author, award-winning podcaster, and decorated mentor. He brings decades of leadership experience across military and civilian sectors, and he’s known for his no-fluff, real-talk approach to leadership, growth, and impact.
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